Research Intern Job in the USA – Earn $80,000–$110,000 in Niles, Illinois

Overview

Shure is offering a full-time, on-site Design Research Intern position in Niles, Illinois. The role centers on user research and helping shape product experiences. The advertised compensation is 80,000 to 110,000 dollars.

The intern works with designers, product managers, developers and other stakeholders to work out where research can add value in product development. A large part of the job is designing and running research studies, which may include user interviews, usability testing, surveys and field studies. The intern then analyses and synthesises the findings with colleagues to produce actionable insights that inform product development and improve user experiences. Results are shared through workshops, presentations and, when needed, research reports.

The team around the intern includes researchers, developers, product managers, designers and business partners, so communicating findings to people from different professional backgrounds is central. Helping teams understand what the research means, and how it might influence the product, matters as much as collecting the data.

Who can apply

Applicants should be currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in design, cognitive science or a related research discipline that provides an understanding of research principles and processes. Applicants must be authorised to work full-time in the United States, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Shure looks for experience in user research, particularly on product or software experiences. Relevant skills include research methodologies and research design, usability studies, interviews, surveys, field studies, data analysis and synthesis, developing insights, storytelling, cross-functional collaboration and strong communication. Candidates should be able to judge which insights matter most and explain them clearly and persuasively.

How to apply

A strong resume highlights user research, research methods, data analysis, interviews, usability studies, surveys and insight development, along with examples of collaboration and research projects that turned findings into meaningful insights.