Join Patreon as a Product Design Intern to support the creator economy and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.
Posted by employer 13 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 hour ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 hour ago
What you'll build
- Build and ship a feature that supports the creator economy
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other designers
- Tackle design challenges with guidance from a mentor
Must have
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Interaction Design, UI/UX, HCI, or a related field
- Creative portfolio showcasing user-centered design
Nice to have
- Foundation in visual design, interaction design, and prototyping
- Curiosity and eagerness to experiment with new ideas
- Genuine passion for Patreon’s mission
Practical constraints
- In-office 3 days per week
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Product Design Intern at Patreon will focus on developing and launching features that enhance the creator economy, directly impacting how creators engage with their audiences. Candidates should have a solid foundation in visual and interaction design, along with a portfolio that demonstrates user-centered design principles. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in design-related fields who are eager to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment. The internship offers hands-on experience and mentorship within a company dedicated to supporting creators.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Patreon's careers page October 21, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Product Design Intern - Summer 2027 role remote?
- It's hybrid — Patreon expects some on-site time in New York, United States.
- Where is the role based?
- Patreon is hiring for this position in New York, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Patreon targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Product Design Intern - Summer 2027 role at Patreon.
From the original posting
$10 billion+ generated by creators since Patreon's inception
25 million+ paid memberships on Patreon today.
We're continuing to invest in building the best creator platform with the best team in the creator economy and are looking for a Product Design Intern to support our mission.
This role is based in San Francisco or New York and open to those who are able to be in-office 3 days per week on a hybrid work model.
Our summer internship is a 12-week program running May–August 2027 or June–September 2027. This internship is designed for students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.
About the Role
Make an impact. You’ll build and ship a feature that directly supports the creator economy and helps your favorite creators turn their passions into sustainable careers.
Collaborate with the best. You’ll be embedded within a world-class product team, working closely with engineers, product managers, data scientists, and other designers to bring your project to life.
Learn and grow. With guidance from an experienced design mentor, you’ll tackle design challenges, gain hands-on experience, and grow your skills throughout the internship.
Have fun! Beyond building great products, you’ll join an intern cohort in San Francisco or New York City and participate in professional development opportunities and fun events.
About You
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Interaction Design, UI/UX, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
You have a creative portfolio that showcases your experience bridging thoughtful product strategy with design execution through user-centered design.
Foundation in visual design, interaction design, and prototyping.
You’re curious, enjoy experimenting with new ideas, and are excited to build from 0 to 1.
Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow through feedback.
Genuine passion for Patreon’s mission and supporting the creator economy.
Put Creators First | They’re the reason we’re here. When creators win, we win.
Patreon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please let us know via email at accomodations@patreon.
Patreon operates under a hybrid work model, where engineering interns are expected to come into the office three days per week, excluding sick time and leave. The goal of this policy is to be intentional about the in-person time we spend together to strengthen the feeling of community at Patreon.
The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. This range may encompass multiple levels within the role’s job family. The final offer will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and geographic location, aligning with the appropriate job level within Patreon’s leveling framework.
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