Role Overview

Join MongoDB's Design Strategy Intern program in New York City and shape the future of the modern developer data platform. As a Design Strategist Intern at MongoDB, you'll work with multidisciplinary product teams to identify opportunities, develop scalable product strategy frameworks, and streamline design decision-making across the organization. This 10-week full-time internship (40 hours/week) runs from June to August 2026 in a hybrid model requiring 3-5 days in our NYC office.

MongoDB, the leading NoSQL database platform, empowers developers worldwide with flexible, scalable data solutions. Your work will directly influence how millions access technology through intuitive design, making complex NoSQL systems accessible via strategic UX frameworks. Perfect for students graduating Fall 2026-Spring 2027 in Design Strategy, HCI, Service Design, UX, or Cognitive Psychology.

Key Responsibilities at MongoDB

• Conduct research and data analysis using MongoDB strategic goals to prioritize design opportunities for the broader business.
• Execute horizontal, design-driven explorations to inform future MongoDB product ecosystems.
• Lead collaborative co-creation of cross-functional initiatives with repeatable product strategy guidelines.
• Experiment with scalable methods to amplify strategic design impact across Product UX teams.
• Act as thought partner for MongoDB product and design leadership.
• Synthesize complex NoSQL research into cohesive narratives driving technical product insights.
• Facilitate alignment across diverse stakeholders with competing priorities.
• Develop frameworks leveraging MongoDB data platform capabilities for design scalability.
• Defend pragmatic design decisions to senior executives using data-backed rationale.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Enrolled in Bachelor's/Master's in Design Strategy, Human Computer Interaction, Service Design, UX, Cognitive Psychology, or related fields (grad Fall 2026-Spring 2027).
• Research Expertise: Experience with diverse methodologies to create impact-driven narratives.
• Synthesis Skills: Adept at turning complex data into insights for technical products like MongoDB.
• Tools Proficiency: Familiar with Figma, Mural, and design collaboration platforms.
• Decision-Making: Comfortable with tradeoffs and presenting to leadership.
• Expertise: Mastery in product design, service design, user research, or visual design with portfolio.
• Collaboration: Proven cross-team work with diverse stakeholders.
• Eligibility: US work authorization required; sponsorship may be available.

Showcase your portfolio with case studies highlighting process in design/user research projects tied to technical products.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive compensation for Design Strategist Intern at MongoDB in NYC, estimated at $80,000-$110,000 annualized equivalent. Full-time interns enjoy:

• Personalized mentorship trio: Design Strategy Mentor, Program Advisor, ERG Guide.
• Tailored career coaching and MongoDB University training.
• Health benefits, PTO, free lunch via 'Bloom for Interns'.
• Impactful, visible projects on live MongoDB products.
• Executive networking through Speaker Series/Roundtables.
• Intern community events and relocation support (housing, stipend).
• Path to full-time MongoDB role.
• Wellness programs, competitive equity potential, global family leave access.

Why Join MongoDB?

MongoDB is more than a NoSQL leader—it's a vibrant culture embracing differences for innovation. As a Design Strategist Intern, you'll contribute to the modern developer data platform powering Atlas, the cloud-native database service. Bring your whole self to a hybrid NYC office where your strategic design work scales across products serving developers globally.

Experience authentic growth: mentorship fosters skills in UX for complex data systems, while 'Make it Matter' projects ensure visibility. Network with leaders, build lifelong connections, and explore full-time paths at a company redefining data accessibility through design.

MongoDB's commitment to diversity drives broader perspectives, perfect for design interns passionate about inclusive tech. With relocation support and work-life harmony, focus on innovation in New York City's tech hub.

How to Apply

Apply now for the 2026 Design Strategist Intern role at MongoDB NYC! Submit your resume, portfolio with case studies, and details on design/research projects. High application volume means up to 6 weeks for response—our team reviews carefully.

Key Dates: Full-time, June-August 2026. Hybrid: 3-5 days/week in NYC office. US work authorization required.

Join MongoDB to design the future of NoSQL and developer tools. Your strategic vision will make technology accessible worldwide. Apply today!