Job Description
Above is now looking for talented industrial design interns to join us in both our Malmö and Stockholm studios throughout 2023. For the best experience on both sides, and to really get to know each other, we prefer an internship duration of 5-6 months. This is a great opportunity for you to develop your skills and get to know more about agency life!
You will get the opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary project teams on a wide variety of design & innovation projects for some of the world's most exciting clients. We believe in creating a culture where you, as an individual, can take responsibility for your work - but we also take care of each other as we navigate ambiguity, tackle challenging problems, and grow as a team.
One of our core philosophies is that we believe in bringing design and technology together from the very beginning, breaking down boundaries between the physical and the digital, while fusing hardware and software into meaningful products & services.
Skills & Requirements
What we are looking for:
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An inspiring design portfolio; good ideas, ample creativity, solid conceptual thinking
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Aesthetic sensibility balanced with a thoughtful, user-centered approach to design
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Curiosity for sustainability, material innovation & manufacturing processes
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A humble, self-driven and positive attitude; willingness and desire to learn
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Team player, with good verbal & visual communication skills
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Comfortable use of CAD and render tools to express ideas & tell stories
We are also very much interested in receiving applications from individuals that bridge disciplines or have unique profiles & skill sets (ID and UX, material innovation, sustainable design, etc.) - let’s talk!
A bit about Above
We, at Above, are devoted to creating value in people’s everyday lives. We are experts in breaking down boundaries between the physical and the digital with the fusion of hardware and software through products and services. We work with the full stack: from strategic concepting all the way through to manufacturing.One of our core philosophies is that we believe in prototyping early and often by bringing designers and engineers together from the very start of a project. If our designers can understand and make technology decisions, while our engineers can grasp and influence the user experience, then we can truly find a meaningful collaboration that results in relevant products people love to use.
We work with amazing international brands, local Scandinavian heroes, and a fantastic collection of startups. We also have a passion for creating our own products and have a good track record of successful start-up ventures. We’re a team of warm, welcoming, dedicated professionals that love to build cool stuff. In everything we do, we strive for a world-class result and we believe you share that mindset
Join our team
Please submit your portfolio and short motivation statement. Interviews are happening on a rolling basis. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. If you have any questions regarding the job posting, please send an email to Aaron Wansch, Principal Industrial Designer in the Malmö Studio.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
About the company
Above is a Scandinavian innovation agency driving positive change through a seamless fusion of strategy, design, and tech. We work with the world’s boldest companies to create futures that are optimistic, sustainable, and enjoyable. Our team of 80+ specialists work from our studions in Stockholm and Malmö, Sweden and satellites in Shenzhen, China, and San Francisco, US.
Want to make the world a better, cooler place? Take the next step of your journey with us.
