Product Development Intern

goodr • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

goodr is seeking a Product Development Intern for its 2027 Spring Internship Program. This is a paid, nine-week internship running January 19, 2027, through March 19, 2027. The internship may be part-time, up to 30 hours per week, or full-time, 40 hours per week, depending on the intern’s schedule. The role is strictly onsite at goodr’s Inglewood, California office during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Interns must reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area throughout the internship and be in the office on Tuesdays for at least a half-day, regardless of schedule.

The intern will support the Product Development team in bringing product concepts from ideas to production. The work includes organizing material and sample libraries and the office sunglasses sample wall, assisting with tech packs and manufacturer communications, coordinating samples, and collaborating with Design, Quality, and Customer Service. The intern reports directly to the VP of Product Development. No college degree or prior experience is needed; the role calls for enthusiasm for product development, a willingness to learn, and the ability to contribute in a fast-paced environment.

The position pays $20 per hour. Visa sponsorship is not available. Benefits and internship experiences described include mentorship, training and discussions about company standards and systems, hands-on work with team members, professional skill development, and real-world work experience and samples to share with future employers. Applicants are asked to submit a resume, links to relevant projects or groups if available, and a drawing of an octopus fighting a pirate.

Requirements

• Commit to the full nine-week internship, January 19, 2027, through March 19, 2027.
• Be available for either a part-time schedule of up to 30 hours per week or a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, depending on schedule.
• Work fully onsite at the Inglewood, California office during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Be in the office on Tuesdays for at least a half-day, regardless of weekly hours or part-time flexibility.
• Reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area for the duration of the internship.
• No college degree or prior experience is required.
• Have a strong passion for product development and a desire to learn how products move from concept to production.
• Be excited to take on new projects and work outside your comfort zone.
• Be proficient with Adobe programs, specifically Illustrator, and comfortable using a Mac and GSuite, especially spreadsheets.
• Have strong communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic company environment and be able to work autonomously and in teams.
• Be driven by personal growth, able to respond to constant feedback, and proactive in independently solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in Product Development and learn how a fast-paced sports eyewear company operates.
• Help turn creative product ideas into finished products.
• Manage material and sample libraries and the office sunglasses sample wall, keeping items organized and easy to find.
• Assist with creating tech packs and communicating product requirements to manufacturers so products meet expectations and stay on budget.
• Collaborate with Design, Quality, and Customer Service to develop products and ensure they meet company standards.
• Communicate with manufacturers to support product development and keep projects moving forward.
• Support the Design team in bringing its vision to life and exploring product concepts.
• Coordinate incoming development samples, golden sample approvals, content shoot samples, sales samples, and materials for the sample library.
• Help ensure products meet goodr’s 4 F’s: Fun, Functional, Fashionable, and 'Ffordable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $20 per hour.
• Mentorship from knowledgeable individuals in a potential field of choice.
• Opportunity to learn and grow as a person.
• Professional skills development applicable to any career path.
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members.
• Training and discussions geared toward advancing knowledge of company standards and systems.
• Relationships that may extend beyond the internship.
• Real-life work experience and work samples to share with future employers.
• Sunglasses.

What This Job Offers

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