Product Designer - Co-Op

Jan 2026 – Jun 2026 (FTE)

Who We Are Looking For:  

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in contributing to our team as a Product Design, Co-Op within State Street’s Global Technology Services organization. Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, embraces creativity, and invests in personal growth. This role requires a collaborative mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to inspire others.  

What You Will Do:    

In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities:  

• Assist in designing user-friendly interfaces for financial products, ensuring consistency with State Street’s design standards.  

• Support user research activities such as interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather insights from financial professionals.  

• Help create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.  

• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and senior designers to understand design requirements and contribute ideas.  

• Contribute to the maintenance and expansion of the design system, including component libraries in Figma.  

• Apply basic principles of typography, layout, and visual hierarchy to organize complex financial data.  

• Learn and apply accessibility standards (ADA/WCAG) to ensure inclusive design practices.  

• Participate in Agile/Scrum workflows and attend design reviews and sprint planning sessions.  

• Explore emerging technologies like AI and their potential impact on financial UX/UI design. 

• Present design concepts and research findings to team members, incorporating feedback to improve solutions. 

In this role, you will have: 

• Engagement in meaningful daily work: You'll take ownership of specific tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience and building confidence through real contributions.  

• A supportive learning environment: You'll exercise your judgment in a guided setting, with mentorship and supervision to help you grow.  

• Focused skill development: This role is designed to help you deepen your expertise in a specific area.  

• Clear structure and expectations: You'll work within well-defined parameters, giving you the clarity and focus to succeed.  

• Independent contributions: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your individual contributions while collaborating with a supportive team.  

• Focus on growth: While there are no people management responsibilities with this role, it is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.  

• A collaborative team culture: You'll build strong working relationships with your peers and supervisor, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.  

Education and Preferred Qualifications:  

Candidates should be:  

• Final-year undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in front end engineering or related technical disciplines who are interested in converting to a full-time role post-graduation 

• Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a dynamic, technology-driven organization 

• Effective communicators with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment 

• Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement 

• Motivated by real-world problem solving and eager to contribute innovative ideas 

Certification nice to haves: 

• Google UX Design Professional Certificate 

• Certified User Experience Designer (CUXD) 

• UX Design Institute Professional Diploma 

Core Competencies:  

Candidates should exhibit working knowledge of the following key skills and proficiencies:   

• Active Listening 

• Brainstorming 

• Proactive Problem Solving 

• Creativity 

• Action-Oriented 

• Analytical Thinking 

• Communication 

• User Experience (UX) Design 

Nice to have skills: 

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) 

• Product Marketing 

• Branding 

• Market Research 

About State Street: 

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. 

Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It’s also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You’ll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. 

State Street is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability. 

Discover more information on U.S. jobs at StateStreet.com/careers 

Salary Range:

$41,600 - $65,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Job Application Disclosure:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.