UX​/UI Industrial Design Co-op

This is where
your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

Your team

You’ll join Baxter's Global Design team, a group of creative, inquisitive individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment. Together, we approach complex challenges across Baxter's medical device portfolio, partnering closely with product development teams to shape innovative product features and enhancements.

In this fast‑paced R&D setting, you will experience a mix of structured priorities and flexible problem‑solving, all while contributing to a positive and supportive team culture.

As a Co‑op, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced designers, contribute your own creativity, and manage your time as you grow your skills in User Interface design, concept visualization, and product labeling.

• Work closely with product development teams to ideate and conceptualize new product features and enhancements within Baxter's medical device portfolio.
• Provide hands‑on design support with a focus on concept visualization, User Interface design/development, and product labeling.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to understand design requirements, brainstorm solutions, and create graphics and visual assets.
• Support the Global Design team (based in Batesville, IN) by taking direction on priorities, tasks, and project deliverables.
• Interact with cross‑functional R&D teams, including New Product Development, Sustaining Engineering, Marketing, and Market Research.
• Translate ideas and feedback into presentation materials such as PowerPoint slides, images, and interactive demos.
• Contribute to user‑centered design activities; exposure to User Testing or Usability Engineering is a plus.
• Work in a hybrid environment with some flexibility depending on project needs (minimum of 3 onsite days per week required).

• Currently enrolled full‑time in a B.S. or B.A. program in Industrial Design, Visual Communication (Graphic Design), HCI, or a related major.
• Ability to apply Human‑Computer Interaction principles to UI concept development.
• Proficiency in Mac and PC environments preferred.
• Experience with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Advanced skills in 2D graphics/illustration software – Adobe Creative Suite strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Figma is a strong plus; familiarity with Adobe XD, Zero Height, and Key Shot/Strata 3D is a plus.
• Some exposure to 3D CAD tools (e.g., Solid Edge) is beneficial.
• Ability to create presentation materials and visuals based on customer input.
• Sketching ability is a plus.
• Must provide a portfolio or work samples for consideration.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in‑person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a pay rate of $25.00 - $28.00 an hour.

This is where your well‑being matters. Baxter…