Job Title
2026 Fall Co-Ops - UI Design - Demonware (Dublin)
Requisition ID
R027551
Job Description
User Interface Design Development Internship
Start Date: 14 / 09 / 2026
End Date: 14 / 05 / 2027
About Demonware
Demonware is a member of the Activision family of studios, partnering with engineers and creatives across AAA game studios to deliver the online and data services that power some of the world’s biggest franchises - including Call of Duty and Crash Bandicoot.
We’re a technology company that values openness and collaboration. We believe the best ideas win, everyone should feel empowered to contribute, and while we take our work seriously, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
At Demonware, you’ll find big-company challenges with a small-company culture. Our co-op students make real contributions - many see their code running in production within days of joining.
Co-op Program Requirements
Currently enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program
Expected graduation between January 2027 and May 2028
Available for an 8-month, in-person co-op starting September 2026
Clear written and verbal communication
Portfolio is required
Resume and transcript required
I was given the responsibility of designing, implementing and deploying features that are part of a large system. There is also a lot of exposure to complex problems where you get to see how experienced engineers approach and solve them" - Matthew Taggart 2022
The Role
Collaborate with teams to design and optimize UI for live operations tools with specific focus on the end user.
Enhance workflow interfaces to improve efficiency, usability and contribute to the evaluation and evolution of our tooling suite.
Work closely with engineers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
Participate in design reviews and iterate on solutions based on user feedback and operational needs.
Maintain and evolve Demonware’s design system—ensuring consistency, accessibility, and efficiency.
Conduct usability research and feedback analysis to refine internal tool interfaces.
Support ongoing design initiatives, contributing fresh ideas and solutions.
Contribute to team QA signoff, ensuring quality and bug free features being delivered to the Live environment
The internship duration will be 8-12 months
Requirements
Completed or undertaking a Degree in Design or Computer Science with User Experience focus
Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, interaction design, and responsive interfaces.
Experience with UI design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
Understanding of user-centered design for internal workflows.
Attention to detail, balancing aesthetics with usability and efficiency.
Ability to collaborate on translating complex workflows into clear, intuitive designs.
Strong communication and documentation skills, essential for cross-team collaboration.
Can identify complex problems and find simple solutions.
Can clearly communicate technical concepts.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering a positive and respectful work environment. The ideal candidate will promote teamwork, open communication and a culture of mutual respect.
Be able to commit to a 8-12 months internship
Nice-to-haves
Familiarity with front-end development (HTML, CSS, React).
Exposure to data visualization frameworks and real-time analytics.
Experience working within multi-team environments on internal tools.
Passion for understanding user behavior and optimizing experiences.
Key Applicant Traits
Focused User-Centric Thinking
Strong Communication Skills
Good Prioritization & Time Management Skills
Proactive & Collaborative
Attention to Detail
What you should expect to learn & attain from your internship
Mastering High-Level Design Thinking
Exposure to Industry-Leading Tools & Methods
Developing a Strong Personal & Professional Design Voice
Exposure to Cutting-Edge Engineering Practices
Designing for Complex Systems
Learning Engineering Culture & Workflow Tools
Translating Complex Engineering Requirements into Usable Interfaces
Perks
City-center office location
Paid annual leave
Work directly on features for video games
Competitive pay
Free games
Intern Team Events
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
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