Is the Lead UI/UX Designer role paid?

No. This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity supporting iLevelUP, an initiative of Believe in Me.

Is the Lead UI/UX Designer role remote?

Yes. The role is designed for remote collaboration with a flexible volunteer schedule.

How do I apply for the Lead UI/UX Designer volunteer role?

Apply through the iLevelUP volunteer application and include relevant experience, skills, and your interest in supporting first-generation college students.

Volunteer Team: UI/UX Team

Volunteer Area of Interest: User Interface and Product Design

Skills and Experience: Data Science or Research Communications / Public Relations UX/UI Design

Tools: Figma Adobe XD Sketch

Lead UI/UX Designer • Remote • Flexible • Volunteer

Lead UI/UX Designer (Volunteer) | iLevelUP

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Lead UI/UX Designer Volunteer Opportunity: Quick Summary

Believe in Me is seeking a creative and dedicated Volunteer Lead UI/UX Designer to join our team in developing the iLevelUP app. This platform is designed to empower first-generation college students by providing personalized guidance, college search tools, financial aid information, mentorship programs, and more. The Lead UI/UX Designer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the app is intuitive, user-friendly, and impactful for our target audience.

Job ID: ILU-LEAD-UI-UX-DESIGNER-VOL-001 • Workplace: Remote • Type: Volunteer • Date posted: 2026-07-28

What happens next

Submit the short application.
Our team reviews your experience and interests.
Selected candidates meet with an iLevelUP team member.
Onboarding covers expectations, collaboration tools, and next steps.

About iLevelUP

iLevelUP, an initiative of Believe in Me, empowers first-generation college students with practical guidance, personalized resources, and a supportive community for college and career success.

Lead UI/UX Designer Volunteer Role Overview

Lead UI/UX Designer Key Responsibilities

Lead the design of intuitive and engaging user interfaces for both web and mobile versions of the iLevelUP app.
Collaborate with the project team to understand user needs and translate them into innovative design solutions.
Create and iterate on wireframes, user flows, and prototypes to explore and communicate design concepts.
Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and refine designs.
Work closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs and maintain design consistency across the platform.

Lead UI/UX Designer Qualifications

Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and previous projects.
Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or similar.
Strong understanding of responsive design principles and experience designing for mobile platforms.
Knowledge of user-centered design methodologies and usability principles.
Ability to conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationale to team members and stakeholders.
A passion for education and a commitment to the mission of supporting first-generation college students.

Why This Lead UI/UX Designer Volunteer Role Matters

First, your expertise will strengthen practical support for first-generation college students. In addition, you will collaborate with mission-driven volunteers across disciplines. As a result, your work can improve the clarity, reliability, and reach of iLevelUP resources. Meanwhile, you can build meaningful experience and demonstrate measurable contributions. Finally, this remote role offers flexibility while keeping student outcomes at the center.

For example, you will turn your expertise into practical support for students. Additionally, you will document progress and share useful insights with collaborators. Therefore, the team can make informed decisions and improve its work. At the same time, you will receive clear priorities and opportunities to contribute independently. Likewise, cross-functional partners will help remove blockers. Consequently, successful work can reach more students. In practice, consistent communication and reliable follow-through matter. Ultimately, the goal is a more useful and inclusive iLevelUP experience.

Time Commitment & Location

Flexible volunteer schedule; specific expectations will be discussed during onboarding.

This is a remote volunteer opportunity.

How to Apply

Ready to contribute your expertise to iLevelUP? Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this role paid?

No. This is a volunteer opportunity supporting iLevelUP.

Is the role remote?

Yes. The role is designed for remote collaboration.

What makes someone successful in this role?

Reliable communication, independent follow-through, collaboration, and commitment to iLevelUP’s mission.