Kohler Co-op - Industrial Design

Kohler; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Job summary

Kohler invites students to join its design team for a co-op in industrial design, onsite in Kohler, WI, May 2027–December 2027. You’ll engage in benchmarking, concept development, prototyping, and storytelling to shape kitchen and bath products.

You will gain mentorship from industry-leading designers, work across disciplines, and contribute to visual presentations while developing a strong understanding of user needs and market opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university-level program in Industrial Design or a related discipline such as environmental design, furniture design, UX/UI design, architecture.
• Strong creative point of view with attention to form, details, proportion, function and user experience.
• Proficiency in sketching, visual storytelling, presentation development, and digital modeling tools; experience with Rhino, SolidWorks, 3ds Max or KeyShot preferred.
• Coursework or hands-on experience in graphic design, engineering, interior design, architecture, product development, or related disciplines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and cross-functional partners to support benchmarking, research, concept development, and product design for Kohler’s kitchen and bath portfolio.
• Contribute to presentation development by creating visuals, building prototypes, refining design concepts, and storytelling to bring ideas to life.
• Develop understanding of market needs, user expectations, and design opportunities through hands-on research, brainstorming, and problem-solving.

Skills

Creative thinking

Visual storytelling

Prototyping

Education

Industrial Design student

Tools

Rhino

SolidWorks

3ds Max

KeyShot

Job description

Kohler Co-op - Industrial Design

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite, Kohler, WI

Term: May 2027 through December 2027

Program Overview

Are you inspired by beautiful design and innovativetechnologies that make everyday living smarter, easier, and more sustainable?Join Kohler’s award-winning design team and help shape the future of kitchenand bath products.

Our co-op opportunities span multiple design categories, offering hands‑onexperience, meaningful cross‑disciplinary collaboration, and mentorship fromindustry‑leading designers.

Be part of a team that has been shaping the future of design for more than 150years. Your future starts here.

WhatYou’ll Do

• Collaborate with designers and cross‑functional partners to support benchmarking, research, concept development, and product design for Kohler’s kitchen and bath portfolio.
• Contribute to presentation development by creating compelling visuals, building prototypes, refining design concepts, and helping bring new ideas to life through clear storytelling and thoughtful execution.
• Build a strong understanding of market needs, user expectations, and emerging design opportunities through hands‑on research, brainstorming sessions, and problem‑solving exercises that encourage creativity and push design boundaries.

Skills/Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university‑level program in Industrial Design or a related discipline, such as environmental design, furniture design, UX/UI design, architecture, or a closely related creative field.
• Brings a strong creative point of view, with a thoughtful eye for form, detail, proportion, function, and the overall user experience.
• Demonstrates proficiency in sketching, visual storytelling, presentation development, and digital modeling tools, with experience in Rhino, SolidWorks, 3ds Max, KeyShot, or similar design platforms preferred.
• Coursework or hands‑on experience in graphic design, engineering, interior design, architecture, product development, or related disciplines is a plus and will help support success in this co‑op experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.