Spring 2026 Design & Production Intern

Stand Out For Good, Inc. • Knoxville, TN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design + Production Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the creative design process, production workflow, and build preparation for mall activations, temporary pop-up shops, and in-store decorative installations. This role offers exposure to concepting, layout planning, fabrication techniques, CNC operation, prototyping, and installation support. The intern will work closely with a collaborative, fast-paced creative team to bring immersive, branded environments and display elements to life.

Requirements

• Junior, senior, or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, Set Design , Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience with 3-D modeling software like Rhino, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Blender.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and principles of digital fabrication.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining and other digital fabrication methods.
• Strong design and visualization skills, with the ability to create detailed and accurate models.
• Knowledge of design principles and the ability to apply them to real-world projects.
• Creative problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new tools and workflows.
• Must have a few days of open availability and be able to work a minimum of 20-25 hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing concepts, sketches, mood boards, and visual layouts for mall activations, pop-up shops, and store décor installations.
• Support the creation of production-ready files, including technical drawings, cut files, floor plans, and build assets.
• Participate in hands-on fabrication, including basic shop tools, material prep, and operation of CNC machines.
• Help prototype decorative elements and structural components to test functionality, scale, and finish.
• Support quality checks, assembly steps, and pre-install preparation for displays and activation structures.
• Conduct material, fabrication, and trend research to inform design feasibility and production planning.
• Maintain organized project documentation, digital files, material inventories, and reference assets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed