Dropbox · 9 hours ago
Research and Insights Intern (Summer 2026)
United States
Internship
Remote
Intern
$7,000/mo - $8,000/mo
Start in 2026 SummerDropbox is a global community shaping the future of work through innovative practices. As a Research & Insights Intern, you will contribute to understanding user interactions with AI-powered workflows, supporting research initiatives and providing actionable insights.
CollaborationEnterprise SoftwareFile SharingPrivate CloudWeb Hosting
Responsibilities
Partner with researchers and product teams to identify and refine research questions related to AI-powered user workflows
Own a scoped qualitative research project or support an ongoing one, depending on business needs, with mentorship and guidance throughout the research process
Review existing research, competitive insights, and product materials to form hypotheses and areas for exploration
Assist with the planning, execution, and synthesis of user research using qualitative methods and selected quantitative approaches (e.g., surveys)
Develop clear insights and product recommendations based on research findings
Contribute to research readouts, decks, and presentations, and help communicate findings to product and research stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Anthropology, Sociology, Design, Information Science, or related), or equivalent practical experience working with Product, Design, or Research teams graduating in 2027 or 2028
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort explaining ideas, insights, and opinions clearly
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners
Product curiosity and user empathy, with the ability to articulate why certain experiences work well (or don't)
Interest in user research and insights, and motivation to grow in a Research-focused career path
Preferred
Experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative research through coursework, internships, or personal projects
Background or coursework in Psychology, HCI, UX Research, or a related field
Comfort working in presentation decks and written documents to communicate ideas and findings
Curiosity about AI-powered tools and experimentation, including hands-on use of tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, or similar
Ability to share one work sample that demonstrates research thinking or approach (e.g., class project, report, or personal study)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Flexible PTO/Paid Time Off, paid holidays, Volunteer Time Off, and more, allowing you time to unplug, unwind, and refresh
Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that’s wellness, learning and development, food and groceries, and much more
Mental health and wellness benefits
Monthly Internet Allowance
Intern Social Stipend
Annual Emerging Talent Summit, travel and hotel accommodations provided
Company
Dropbox
Dropbox is a smart workspace company that provides secure file sharing, collaboration, and storage solutions.
Founded in 2007
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.41BKey Investors
JP Morgan ChaseJPMorgan PartnersBlackRock
2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2018-03-23IPO
2017-03-30Debt Financing· $600M
Leadership Team
Drew Houston
Founder & CEO
Arash Ferdowsi
Co-Founder
Recent News
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