UX-Research & UI-Design Intern | Software as a Medical Device for Mental Disorders

Do you have a passion for cutting-edge technology and an interest in using it to help people with severe mental disorders through VR-based avatar therapy?

Then join our team and help us design and develop a medical device that improves the lives of patients.

About HEKA VR

HEKA VR is a pioneering health-tech company based in the meatpacking district of Copenhagen. We are a producer of Software as a Medical Device, specialising in avatar therapy for severe mental disorders. Our product is currently being used in Denmark and we are participating in clinical studies across 14 countries.  

Job description

We are looking for an intern to support the design and development team at HEKA VR. 

Because we are a small team, your role will cover both UX research and UI design. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Designing, prototyping & verification-testing: Designing and prototyping a new GUI, as well as testing and verifying designs with users.

• Designing and testing hardware setups and user workflows.

• Analyzing user feedback and translating it into design iterations.

• Working closely with our product development team to implement your findings and designs.

• Supporting day-to-day operational tasks, organizing inventory, preparing equipment and materials for usability trials, hosting workshops and demonstrations for stakeholders. 

Because we are a medical device company, do expect a steep learning curve and a lot of responsibility, but with plenty of support and sparring along the way. There is much to learn, room to grow and a chance to make a significant impact, if you are up for it!  

Qualifications

• A desire to work with user research, UI design and product development that have a direct impact on the workflow of healthcare professionals.

• Conduct user tests and analyze results. 

• The ability to make decisions and be the main driver of your tasks.

• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools e.g., Figma (Unity is a plus).

• A good understanding of IT, or generally being IT-savvy, is a big plus — you’ll be working closely with VR hardware, software, and digital tools.

• Interest in healthcare, psychology, psychiatry, or clinical technology is a big plus but not essential.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage people with different academic and professional backgrounds to apply.

Practical info

It is a requirement that you are able to work a majority of days at our office in Copenhagen.

The internship is 37 hours a week and will run from late August / early September 2026 to mid-December 2026.

This is an unpaid internship, but lunch, coffee, and snacks at the office are on us.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

If you believe you’ve got these skills and more, we look forward to hearing from you!