Industrial Design Intern

Fossil Group, Inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internship

Real-World Experience

Expert Mentorship

Professional Development

Networking & Community

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Fossil Group, Inc. in Richardson, TX invites motivated Industrial Design students to join its 10-week Summer Internship in watch design.

This paid program offers hands-on experience across trend research, concept development, sketching, color/material exploration, and cross-functional collaboration. As an intern you will work with Watch Design teams on real projects, develop concepts, create boards and decks, and present a capstone to Fossil leadership.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• Graduating Spring 2027–Spring 2028.
• Portfolio required to apply.
• In-person at Fossil Group HQ in Richardson, TX; Mon–Thu onsite, Fri remote.
• Strong sketching and visual communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Watch Design teams on real-world product design projects across seasonal collections.
• Conduct trend, consumer, market, and competitive research to inform design direction.
• Assist with concept development, sketching, mood boards, color palettes, and material exploration.
• Develop and refine watch concepts based on brand direction and consumer insights.
• Help prepare design presentations, concept boards, and creative decks.
• Support the design process from initial ideation through product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Product Development, Marketing, and Sourcing.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from design and cross-functional partners.
• Assist with design samples, prototypes, and product evaluations.
• Explore new materials, finishes, colors, and design details.
• Partner with a dedicated mentor for creative guidance, feedback, and professional development.
• Participate in workshops, lunch & learns, and panel discussions.
• Present a capstone project to Fossil leadership at the end of the program.
• Bring fresh ideas, creativity, curiosity, and a strong visual point of view to the team.

Skills

Sketching

Concept development

3D modeling

SolidWorks

KeyShot

Adobe Creative Suite

Portfolio required

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design

Tools

SolidWorks

KeyShot

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Internship

We are seeking a Summer Industrial Design Intern to join our Time to Shine Internship Program at Fossil Group HQ in Richardson, TX. This paid, hands-on program is designed for students who are eager to gain real-world product design experience while contributing to meaningful watch design initiatives.

Throughout the program, you’ll gain exposure to trend research, concept development, sketching, color and material exploration, design development, and cross-functional collaboration - while learning how an initial idea becomes a finished Fossil watch.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Support Watch Design teams on real-world product design projects across seasonal collections

• Conduct trend, consumer, market, and competitive research to inform design direction

• Assist with concept development, sketching, mood boards, color palettes, and material exploration

• Develop and refine watch concepts based on brand direction and consumer insights

• Help prepare design presentations, concept boards, and creative decks

• Support the design process from initial ideation through product development

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Product Development, Marketing, and Sourcing

• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from design and cross-functional partners

• Assist with design samples, prototypes, and product evaluations

• Explore new materials, finishes, colors, and design details

• Partner with a dedicated mentor for creative guidance, feedback, and professional development

• Participate in workshops, lunch & learns, and panel discussions

• Present a capstone project to Fossil leadership at the end of the program

• Bring fresh ideas, creativity, curiosity, and a strong visual point of view to the team

Who You Are (Requirements)

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related design field, graduating between Spring 2027 and Spring 2028

• Excited to work in-person at Fossil Group HQ in Richardson, TX (Mon-Thurs onsite, Fri remote)

• Strong sketching, conceptual, and visual communication skills

• Strong understanding of design fundamentals, proportion, form, color, and materials

• Proficient in relevant design software and Adobe Creative Suite

• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering software, particularly SolidWorks and KeyShot, is preferred.

• Able to communicate design concepts clearly through sketches, presentations, and visual storytelling

• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple projects

• Strong attention to detail and ability to incorporate feedback

• Passionate about watches, fashion, accessories, trends, and craftsmanship

• Portfolio required

What We Offer

• Paid Internship: Compensation provided for the full 10-week Summer 2027 program

• Real-World Experience: Hands‑on product design projects that support team goals and business initiatives

• Expert Mentorship: Guidance and feedback from experienced Fossil Group designers and professionals

• Professional Development: Workshops, panels, and learning opportunities throughout the program

• Networking & Community: Opportunities to connect with leaders, employees, and fellow interns

• Employee Discounts: Save on Fossil merchandise