About us:
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 team in San Francisco (formerly Astro Studios) has 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:
What We're Looking For:
- 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.
- Interest in Generative AI application is a plus (Midjourney / Vizcom / Copilot).
Portfolio Requirements:
Include your best work demonstrating:
- Strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Clear, well-documented design process.
- Ideation and concept development.
- Model-making proficiency.
- Distinct point of view!
While meeting every qualification isn’t required, we value diverse perspectives and seek candidates with a collaborative mindset, critical thinking abilities, and a strong willingness to learn - along with a keen awareness of emerging trends and the ability to integrate them into their design approach.
