Industrial Designer Intern
Garmin International, Inc.5 months ago
Tigard, Oregon, United States
On-site
Internship
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a full-time Industrial Designer Intern for Spring 2026 in our Portland, OR location. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with the aesthetic and ergonomic development of projects and collaborating with Engineering, Marketing, and Management teams to explore, innovate, and execute world-class designs.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Management teams to translate project goals into relevant solutions
- Explore a wide variety of compelling design options
- Communicate concepts and ideas through verbal, visual, and written means
Required Qualifications
- Completed coursework in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Must demonstrate digital proficiency in the use of tools such as SolidWorks, Keyshot, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Sketchbook Pro
- Must demonstrate interest in designing for one of Garmin's core markets: Automotive (OEM), Automotive (Consumer), Aviation, Marine, Outdoor / Fitness, Exhibit/Retail/Environmental
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work respectfully with others
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to provide a portfolio of school projects that demonstrates skills, experience and/or training in product design
Benefits & Perks
- Garmin Intern Benefits – This position is eligible for Garmin's intern program benefits. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits
Required Skills
SolidWorks
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
Sketchbook Pro
Keyshot
Team Collaboration
Adobe Creative Suite
Industrial Design
Product Design
Verbal and Written Communication