Industrial Design Intern

Ristich, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Ristich, LLC in Los Angeles is seeking an Industrial Design Intern. In this role, you will support the design team on client projects, focusing on concept development and understanding real-world production constraints. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, possess strong sketching skills, and are familiar with CAD tools like SolidWorks and Rhino. The position offers a paid internship opportunity with potential for future full-time consideration based on performance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• Basic understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on prototyping or model-making experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the design team across active client projects.
• Contribute to concept development and visualization.
• Learn how design decisions hold up against real-world constraints.

Skills

Strong sketching and visualization skills

Familiarity with CAD tools

Detail-oriented

Curious and eager to learn

Experience with rendering tools

Education

Degree in Industrial Design or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Rhino

KeyShot

Blender

Job description

RISTICH is looking for an Industrial Design Intern

Ristich is a Los Angeles–based product and packaging development firm partnering with premium brands across beauty, wellness, lifestyle, CPG, hospitality, and entertainment. We operate at the intersection of design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain — helping clients move complex physical products from concept through production with clarity and discipline. Our work is execution-driven. We don’t design for portfolios — we design things that get made, shipped, and used in the real world. We’re looking for an Industrial Design Intern who wants to learn how products actually go from idea to production — not just concept.

The Mission:

As an Industrial Design Intern at Ristich, you will support the design team across active client projects — contributing to concept development, visualization, and early-stage product work. You’ll get exposure to real-world constraints: materials, manufacturing, timelines, and cost — and how design decisions hold up against them. This role is for someone who wants to learn fast, contribute meaningfully, and understand how products actually get built.

Mission Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Design or related field
• Strong sketching and visualization skills
• Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Rhino, or similar)
• Basic understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and reliable
• Curious and eager to learn — comfortable asking questions
• Experience with rendering tools (KeyShot, Blender, etc.)
• Hands‑on prototyping or model‑making experience
• Interest in consumer products, packaging, or CPG

Mission Compensation:

• Paid internship (hourly or stipend, depending on program requirements)
• Opportunity for future full‑time consideration based on performance (Exact compensation details are shared during the interview process.)

Here’s what you can expect once you apply

We keep our hiring process simple and focused. After you apply, our team will review your portfolio and reach out if there’s a potential fit. Qualified candidates can expect:

• A short intro call focused on your background and interests
• A portfolio walkthrough and discussion of your work
• A conversation with the team about how you think and approach design
• Final steps include alignment on expectations, timeline, and next steps