Industrial Design Intern

KueMue; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 13,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance

Performance bonus

Job summary

KueMue is a fast-growing foodtech startup creating compact, user-friendly tools for home bakers and small businesses. We’re seeking a hands-on Industrial Design / Product Design / Innovation Intern to join our innovation team to help take concepts from idea to prototype.

As part of the team, you’ll work with the founder, engineers and designers to develop meaningful tools, translate sketches into 3D models, and participate in prototyping, testing and design-for-manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Diploma/Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Familiar with CAD software: Inventor / SolidWorks / Fusion 360 / Rhino.
• Strong eye for detail, function, and human-centered design.
• Able to sketch and communicate ideas clearly.
• Experience with 3D printing or prototyping.
• Knowledge of KeyShot, Blender, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience designing for plastics or small appliances.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating new product concepts focused on function, form, and user-friendliness.
• Translate sketches into 3D CAD models and renderings.
• Prepare technical drawings and visuals for internal and manufacturing use.
• Build and test prototypes using 3D printing, CNC, and other tools.
• Participate in hands-on testing to improve usability and reliability.
• Support DFM by learning how to optimize designs for production.
• Join cross-functional design discussions and research materials.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Detail-oriented

Human-centered design

Sketching

Prototyping

Education

Diploma/Degree in Industrial Design

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Rhino

Job description

Company Overview

kuemue is a fast-growing foodtech startup creating compact, user-friendly tools that help home bakers and small businesses produce food more efficiently. From dough dispensers to customizable molds, we design practical, real-world innovations that empower creators and foodpreneurs.

As we scale our product range and manufacturing capacity, we’re looking for a hands-on and creative Industrial Design / Product Design / Innovation Intern to join our innovation team.

Role Overview

This internship is perfect for design students who want to experience the full product development cycle — from idea to sketch, to prototype, to production. You\'ll work closely with our founder, engineers, and designers to develop meaningful tools for real users.

What You\'ll Do

Product Design & Development

• Assist in the creation of new product concepts, focused on function, form, and user-friendliness
• Translate sketches and ideas into detailed 3D CAD models and renderings
• Help prepare technical drawings and visual presentations for internal and manufacturing use

Prototyping & Testing

• Build and test prototypes using 3D printing (FDM & SLA), desktop CNC and other tools
• Participate in hands-on testing and iteration to improve usability and reliability
• Support DFM (Design for Manufacturing) by learning how to optimize designs for production

Collaboration & Ideation

• Join brainstorming sessions and design discussions with cross-functional teams
• Research materials, mechanisms, and case studies to inform smarter designs
• Stay updated on trends in industrial design, home appliances, and food innovation

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree student in Industrial Design, Product Design, or Mechanical Engineering
• Familiar with CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, or similar)
• Good eye for detail, functionality, and human-centered design
• Able to sketch and communicate ideas clearly
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn from real-world projects
• Have experience with 3D printing, CNC machining or hands-on prototyping
• Know how to use tools like KeyShot, Blender, or Adobe Creative Suite
• Have designed for plastic parts, small appliances, or consumer products

What You’ll Gain

• Real experience developing products that go into production
• A portfolio of tangible design work and prototypes
• Mentorship from startup founders and engineers
• Potential conversion to a full-time role after graduation
• Allowance + performance bonus (based on contribution)

Ready to apply?

About 22 minutes: your details, your resume, then 17 questions.