Design Center Intern

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of innovation labs and track projects through the various Design Thinking stages.
• Lead projects as assigned by the Design Center Designer and Manager.
• Build a creative, open, and productive culture at the AdventHealth Design Center.
• Work closely with team members to ensure successful project completion.
• Develop prototypes as directed by Design Center Designer and Manager.
• Support primary research activities, including development of research stimuli, observational note-taking, and note-taking in focus groups and interviews.
• Conduct secondary research such as online research, competitive analysis, trend analysis, data analytics, white papers, and industry reports.
• Seek out and participate in educational opportunities to learn new approaches to facilitation, design thinking, prototyping, and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate design into the co-creation process.
• Work independently on projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to develop highly visual and engaging presentations.
• Ability to sketch, develop information graphics, and use photography, video, and visualizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to share and receive information across all organizational levels.
• Ability to think quickly, adapt to changing situations, and be self-motivated and resourceful.
• Analytical, creative, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of design thinking/human-centered design.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed deadlines.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Theory U (by C. Otto Scharmer).
• Knowledge of healthcare administration.
• Skilled in the arts (acting, music, poetry).
• Skilled in improvisation.
• General business knowledge.

Nice to Have

• Experience with healthcare-related projects or environments.
• Additional technical skills related to design tools or software.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support