Product Design Internship (Hybrid, Toronto)

*This role will be required to work from our downtown Toronto office 2 days a week.

With millions of diners, 60,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion. 

Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.

As a Product Design Intern, you’ll work closely with experienced designers, engineers, and product managers to create thoughtful, user-centered solutions. You’ll be expected to contribute to real projects, learn how to apply design processes, and build the foundations for a career in product design.

This internship is designed for bachelor’s and master’s-level design students who want hands-on experience contributing to digital product design, user research, and collaboration with cross-functional partners.

*This is a 12 week internship program.

In this role, you will: 

• Contribute to execution by designing features and flows with guidance from senior designers and design leadership
• Support larger projects and/or take ownership of a small, well-scoped design effort
• Conduct research and proactively seek information to understand user needs, business context, and project goals
• Articulate design rationale clearly in critiques and team discussions
• Collaborate across disciplines, knowing when to bring in partners from product, engineering, or research
• Incorporate feedback graciously and iterate quickly on designs
• Manage time effectively and deliver on commitments within project timelines
• Contribute to team culture, whether through collaboration, peer support, or side initiatives

Please apply if: 

• Education: You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in design (HCI, interaction, visual design, product design, or related field)
• You bring empathy, curiosity, and creativity to your work
• Design competency — you are strong in at least one design competency (e.g., interaction, visual, UX research) and capable in another
• Curiosity and drive — you are comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative environment
• Collaboration skills — you enjoy learning from others and actively contributing to group discussions

Strong Preference:  

• Have prior internship or co-op experience in product design, UX, or related fields
• Are proficient with design tools such as Figma, Understand the basics of design systems and responsive design
• Can show a portfolio that demonstrates strong craft, process, and storytelling

There are a variety of factors that go into determining a compensation range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought/required. The hourly rate for this Toronto, Canada based role is $38 CAD.

Work Environment & Flexibility

At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and/or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations.

Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we're building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve—and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.

If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, or on the job, we’re here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.

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