Desert Rose Design is Looking for an Information Architect Intern

Elmhurst, IL (August 24, 2011) Desert Rose Design, a digital marketing and communications firm located in Elmhurst, is seeking an Information Architect intern for an immediate opening. The ideal candidate should be a Computer Science major attaining their Bachelors degree and possess an interest in web programming. Some background in computer programming, whether through education or as a hobby, is required.

Selected candidates will be provided a small quiz prior to in-person interview. We encourage candidates to be resourceful in using the tools available within the Internet.

Responsibilities Include:

• Consult with creative and technical teams
• Work closely with cross-functional team, including business and product development to create a great online user experience
• Ensure work is in line with achieving goals of client projects
• Understand customer needs
• Understand technical constraints
• Keep up-to-date on emerging technology and usability research
• Create wireframes, site maps, user cases, business process flows, navigational flows
• Understand web analytics, best practices
• Define and document interface requirements
• Create consistent information hierarchies

Required Technology:

• Proficient in Visio, Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of and some experience with multimedia applications, database interactions, data modeling tools and Internet protocols
• Understanding of servers, networking and remote desktop
• Understanding of object oriented development
• Understanding of web architecture, file structures and file management

Candidates must possess:

• Excellent written communication skills
• A time commitment of at least 20 hours per week
• A positive team attitude
• A desire to learn and grow as an aspiring professional
• Punctuality and dependability
• Notice, as soon as possible, concerning absences

This position is an un-paid internship.

For immediate consideration, send resume, cover letter and portfolio to internship@desertrose.net. Please include "Information Architect Intern Resume" in the subject field.