Industrial Design Intern - San Francisco (Spring 2026)
About The Position
PA Consulting operates as a unified global team of strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, scientists, engineers, and technologists helping clients drive innovation. We’re a collective of problem solvers, creators, and makers who transform ideas into reality. Our US-based design teams in Boston (formerly Essential Design) have shaped design culture for decades through solutions that blend technology, lifestyle, and design. We’re seeking a paid, in-person intern to join our team - candidates with strong problem-solving skills who can contribute at every stage of the design process 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
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in Generative AI application is a plus (Midjourney / Vizcom / Copilot).
Responsibilities
- 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
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
