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$22/hr–$24/hr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The intern will participate in the full design life cycle, ranging from initial user research and conceptualization to manufacturing feasibility. They will collaborate with the team on various projects, including high-level concepts and production-ready houseware designs.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a degree in industrial design or a related field and have completed at least one prior internship. Proficiency in 2D sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D CAD software like SolidWorks is required.
Full job description
We are looking for an industrial design intern to join us in our Brooklyn studio!
We work across categories, and some projects may be focused on high-level concepts, but many go into production. Be prepared to work on projects that span the full design life cycle from user research, the feasibility of design concepts, through to manufacturing.
We’re especially fond of quick thinkers, problem solvers and good communicators with a well-developed sense of form, proportion, color and materials.
Naturally, you have:
Degree in industrial design or related field
1 or more internships as an industrial designer
Strong 2D skills like hand sketching, Illustrator and Photoshop rendering
Strong 3D CAD skills in SolidWorks
An incurable curiosity relating to all things design
Passion for conceptualizing and designing meaningful product solutions for people in their homes (housewares industry experience a plus)
No fear of teamwork, brainstorming sessions or presenting in front of your team
Proactive communicator, making you a responsive team player
Visa sponsorship not available for this opportunity. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization, as this internship may convert to a full-time role. Direct applicants only.
The role is based in Brooklyn and will need to be local. We work on a hybrid model, and interns should be onsite at least 3-4 days per week. Hourly rate will be dependent on educational experience either $22 (undergraduate degree) or $24 (graduate degree) per hour. When business needs aligns, we love transitioning interns to full-time roles.
We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At this time, we are unable to sponsor for this position.
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Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Brooklyn, New York
LinkedIn followers
1,359
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Design-led studio in NYC. We build environments that honor the past and shape the future.
Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Brooklyn, New York
LinkedIn followers
1,359
Expertly bridging investment sensibility with refined design, Mercer & Bond is a New York based design and development studio specializing in the thoughtful transformation of historic properties. With a focus on full-service restoration, architecture, and construction, the firm brings a layered understanding of both spatial experience and asset value to every project.
Founded with the belief that legacy properties deserve both reverence and reinvention, Mercer & Bond approaches each building with a dual lens: preserving craftsmanship and character, while aligning each detail with contemporary living and long-term financial return. The studio is particularly known for its expertise in navigating Historic Tax Credits, working seamlessly at the intersection of heritage and capital.
From brownstones and townhouses to landmarked commercial properties, Mercer & Bond cultivates spaces that feel both grounded and aspirational, spaces with memory, intention, and beauty. With a close-knit team spanning architecture, design, and development strategy, the studio offers an integrated, hands-on approach that prioritizes clarity, integrity, and enduring results.
Many of the studio’s clients are discerning homeowners, investors, and family offices who seek a partner that understands both the soul of a space and the strategy behind its success. Mercer & Bond’s work is defined by this balance: intuitive design thinking, paired with a deep understanding of how buildings live, evolve, and generate value over time.
Offices: 31 Belvidere St, Brooklyn, New York 11206, US