Industrial Design Intern - San Francisco (Spring 2026)

PA Consulting

Industrial Design Intern - San Francisco (Spring 2026)

San Francisco, CA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    All candidates must include a portfolio with their resume/application.

    Start Date: Spring 2026
    Duration: 3 months
    Salary: $27-$35/hr

    What you’ll do:

    Work on real projects alongside designers, engineers, and strategists across disciplines to develop impactful solutions. Your responsibilities include:
    - Researching design trends and contributing to client presentations
    - Using traditional design tools(sketching/CAD/Keyshot, etc.) to explore ideas and refine concepts
    - Hands-on mockups, model making and prototyping.
    - Gaining experience throughout the full design process
    - Contributing to internal projects to develop technical skills and help bring innovative ideas to life

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    What We're Looking For:
    - Currently studying or recently graduated in Industrial Design or adjacent field.
    - Strong problem-solving skills and passion for creative exploration.
    - Portfolio demonstrating storytelling, process documentation, wide-ranging concept exploration, creative solutions, and aesthetic sense.
    - Great communication and visualization skills.
    - 2D design skills: Analog and digital sketching, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
    - 3D modeling and rendering experience (SolidWorks and KeyShot preferred).
    - Prototyping proficiency with the ability to integrate feedback.
    - Interest in Generative AI application is a plus (Midjourney / Vizcom / Copilot).

    Portfolio Requirements:

    Include your best work demonstrating:
    - Strong problem-solving capabilities.
    - Clear, well-documented design process.
    - Ideation and concept development.
    - Model-making proficiency.
    - Distinct point of view!

    While meeting every qualification isn’t required, we value diverse perspectives and seek candidates with a collaborative mindset, critical thinking abilities, and a strong willingness to learn - along with a keen awareness of emerging trends and the ability to integrate them into their design approach.

    Additional Information

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