R&D & Design Engineer Intern

leManoosh; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 4,500 - 6,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€400 monthly internship allowance (bas

Free lunch twice per week

Thursday drinks and monthly Roadmap

International, inspiring work culture

Job summary

Alpine Hearing Protection is recruiting an R&D en Design Engineer Intern to join our team from early February 2027 through the end of June 2027, with a possible extension into July and August. You will collaborate with engineers and Product Managers on multiple projects, engaging in concepting, prototyping, user testing, and project coordination.

You will gain practical experience in product design, innovation, and management while contributing to a fast-growing, purpose-driven company that

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a college/university student for the full internship period.
• EU citizen or non-EU student studying in the Netherlands.
• Study in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a similar discipline.
• Hands‑on work placement, not a graduation assignment.
• Creative, curious, and passionate about product design and innovation.
• Positive, proactive learner in a dynamic team environment.
• Available for at least 5 months starting February 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of new and improved hearing protection products.
• Build and test prototypes to validate technical solutions.
• Conduct user tests and collect insights to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to move ideas from concept to market.
• Assist with project management and documentation within the R&D workflow.

Skills

Product design

Prototyping

User testing

Education

Industrial Design / Mechanical Engineering / Product Design (student)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

The Opportunity

JOIN ALPINE HEARING PROTECTION AND HELP BUILD THE #1 HEARING PROTECTION BRAND WORLDWIDE

Alpine Hearing Protection is looking for an R&D en Design Engineer Intern to join our team from early February till the end of June 2027, with the option to continue during July and August (as an extended internship or working student, in consultation).

Please note: this is not a graduation internship or an assignment for your own project. You’ll work alongside our team on multiple projects at once, helping out with a variety of tasks across all stages of product development.

This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious students who want to gain hands‑on experience in product design, innovation and product management, and contribute to a fast‑growing, purpose‑driven company that’s making a global difference.

Are you ready to make real impact with your creativity and technical skills?

About Alpine Hearing Protection

More than a billion people worldwide are at risk of hearing damage. At Alpine, we’re on a mission to tackle this serious global health issue.

We design, develop, and distribute high-quality hearing protection products that allow people to enjoy life safely.

Your Role in the R&D Team

You’ll join our Research & Development department, the creative heart of Alpine. This team focuses on product innovation, renovation, and maintenance, constantly improving our product portfolio to meet the needs of consumers around the world.

You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and Product Managers, and take ownership of your own tasks within our ongoing projects. Expect a mix of creative concepting, hands‑on prototyping, user testing, and project coordination.

Your Tasks May Include

• Supporting the design and development of new and improved hearing protection products.
• Building and testing prototypes to validate technical solutions.
• Conducting user tests and collecting insights to drive improvements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners to move ideas from concept to market.
• Assisting with project management and documentation within the R&D workflow.

By the end of your internship, you’ll have developed practical knowledge of how a Research & Development department operates within a fast-growing organization, and gained valuable experience that will boost your career in product design and innovation.

Your Impact

• Contribute directly to our mission of protecting the hearing of millions worldwide.
• Be part of a passionate, international team that’s shaping the future of hearing protection.
• See your ideas make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

Who You Are

• You’re currently enrolled as a college or university student for the full internship period.
• You are an EU citizen, or a non-EU student currently studying in the Netherlands.
• You study Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a similar discipline.
• You’re looking for a hands‑on work placement (not a graduation assignment) and enjoy switching between different tasks and projects.
• You’re creative, curious, and passionate about product design and innovation.
• You’re a positive, proactive learner who thrives in a dynamic team environment.
• You’re available for at least 5 months, starting February 2027.

What We Offer

At Alpine, you’ll find an open, energetic, and purpose-driven culture with a true scale-up spirit. We work hard, learn fast, and celebrate our successes together.

We Offer

• €400 monthly internship allowance (based on full-time)
• Free lunch twice per week
• Thursday drinks and monthly company Roadmap with drinks afterwards
• A fun, international, and inspiring work environment where your ideas matter

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you’re passionate about design, innovation, and making a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

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