Assistant designer - Internship
Assistant Designer
Internship
Starting at the end of September · Minimum 4 months · 3 to 5 days per week
We see this internship as an opportunity for meaningful exchange, creative collaboration, and catalytic conversations.
As an Assistant Designer Intern, you’ll work closely with our team on new research projects and the day-to-day life of the studio. You’ll be involved in different stages of the design process, from the first questions and ideas to prototyping, production, and documentation.
Research can happen in many ways: through reading and writing, conversations, fieldwork, drawing, experimenting, and making. You’ll have the opportunity to join discussions, follow projects as they develop, and gain insight into how we work as a studio.
Local production and materials are an important part of our approach. We believe in producing HIER; working with local goods, suppliers, craftspeople, and accessible technologies wherever possible. Hopefully, that’s something that interests you too.
Your role
Participate in all phases of the design process, from research and conceptualisation to prototyping and production
Contribute to online and field research
Explore ideas through writing, drawing, modelling, and making
Research materials, suppliers, craftspeople, and accessible technologies
Assist with workshop prototyping and product development
Take part in the daily tasks and organisation of the workshop
Document research, experiments, prototypes, and finished work
Contribute to the development of products that balance ergonomics, aesthetics, functionality, durability, and cost
Collaborate with different members of the team on a range of studio tasks
We’re looking for someone with
Experience in industrial design, product design, or wood/metal craftsmanship
Experience with 3D software
Good manual and practical skills
An interest in materials, making, and how things are produced
Speaks English and French or Dutch
A curious, flexible, and multitasking mindset
Strong opinions, combined with a constructive and cooperative attitude
A driving licence
Practical details
Lunch and travel expenses from home are covered
This is an unpaid internship
University paperwork and an official internship agreement are required
Project details to be discussed in an interview.
Thank you for your interest in our studio.