Project Mentor
Professor Ting Zhou
Department: Digital Media & Design
Research Project Overview:
The project is highly related to human-centered design. We will work with an interdisciplinary team to design a website and online platform for science education.
Role of a SHARE Summer Apprentice:
This research apprenticeship is ideal for any student who is interested in user experience/ user interface design, human-centered design, design thinking. The apprentice will become proficient in creating wireframes, building low and high-fidelity prototypes, working with an interdisciplinary research team and documenting a design process.
I will create a structured yet flexible framework that fosters the apprentice’s personal and professional growth. I will tailor the plan based on the apprentice’s learning style and pace, providing support and guidance as needed. I also will schedule regular check-ins to offer constructive feedback on the apprentice’s progress and performance with other team members.
Summer Schedule/Time Commitment:
We plan to work from May 23 to July 4 with flexible weekly hours. The apprentice will work around 20 hours per week, and I plan to meet weekly to check the progress and questions that come up. These meetings will be virtual on Zoom.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Figma, and After Effects.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to provide regular progress updates and join the weekly meeting.
- Have a passion for human-centered design and immersive technology design.
To Apply:
The application deadline has passed.
Please note:
All students hired for a SHARE Summer apprenticeship must complete a federal I-9 form and present original documents in person to OUR staff as part of the hiring process. Visit this U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services page for more information about acceptable documents. You cannot begin working until this is complete. Students are encouraged to plan ahead for this. For example, if you are going home for spring break, consider bringing original documents back to campus with you.