Industrial Design Intern

Job Description:

To help us shape the Future Flying Experience, Airbus Operations is looking for an

Industrial Design Intern – Advanced Design Cabin (d/f/m)

Are you looking for an internship and want to get to know the work of a Cabin Industrial Designer (d/f/m)?  Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in Advanced Design as an intern (d/f/m)! 

• Location: Hamburg

• Start: March 2026

• Duration: 3-6 months

A unique opportunity has arisen within Airbus’ Commercial Aircraft division for a highly motivated and creative Industrial Design Intern to join our award-winning Advanced Cabin Design team based in Hamburg, Germany. (This internship will provide invaluable experience, helping to shape our next generation travel experience, with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity) . You will be working alongside experienced professionals, learning from the best in the industry, and directly impact the design and development of our cabin concepts. Helping to create design solutions that seamlessly balance a consistent aesthetic approach with robust functionality and performance.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Your benefits

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime) and EUR 750 gross/monthly salary.

• A final thesis is possible after consultation with the department.

• Within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.

• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.

• Work with modern/diversified technologies.

• At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee, instead you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.

• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

What we offer

You will benefit from joining a dynamic and international team, working for 6 months on exciting projects that will define the future flying experience. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience, develop your skills, and contribute to a world-leading aerospace company. The internship will provide a structured learning environment with mentorship from experienced professionals, along with networking opportunities within Airbus and the wider aerospace industry.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks crucial to the design and development process, including - 

• Conceptualization and Presentation - Developing and presenting customer focused, upstream cabin design concepts to key stakeholders. Creating compelling design solutions and stories using both 2D (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and 3D (Blender, Rhino, or equivalent) software. 

• Trend Analysis and Interpretation - Translating market trends, customer feedback, and sustainability goals into compelling design solutions. You will be responsible for researching and interpreting industry trends, analyzing passenger preferences, and ensuring that designs align with Airbus' commitment to sustainability.

• Design Integration and Refinement - Supporting the seamless integration of upstream design concepts into functional and aesthetically consistent cabin solutions. This will involve working closely with engineering and other design teams to ensure designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.

• Eco-Design and Customer Focus: Championing our sustainability principles and a customer-centric approach throughout the design process. You will be encouraged to explore sustainable materials and manufacturing processes, ensuring design integrity and a passenger-focused and inclusive mindset.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborating effectively across the design department as well as with other Airbus commercial functions to ensure the balance of a consistent design language and functionality is achieved.

• Technological Foresight: Identifying and describing how new technologies and trends could be manifested within a cabin interior. 

• Presentation Material Development: Preparing engaging stories and associated materials that clearly and persuasively communicate our design proposals to internal key stakeholders, including senior management and engineering, marketing and program teams.

 Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled fulltime student (d/f/m) within Industrial Design or a similar study field

• Visualisation and Presentation Skills - Demonstrated proficiency in 2D (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and 3D (Blender, Alias, Rhino, or equivalent) software.

• Strong Presentation Skills - Both written and verbal, are essential for effective communication of design concepts.

• Software Proficiency - Proficiency in Google Workspace applications (Slides, Docs, Sheets, etc.) for project management, communication, and collaboration.

• Design Principles - A strong understanding of form generation, interior aesthetics, ergonomics, and industrial design principles.

• Manufacturing Knowledge - Understanding of industrial manufacturing processes, materials, and techniques.

• Language Proficiency - Fluency in English is mandatory; German language skills are a significant advantage.

• Teamwork and Communication -  Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration in a diverse, international environment.

• Proactive and Results-Oriented - A highly motivated, proactive, and results-oriented approach, coupled with a strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, enrolment certificate and either pdf doc or link to your portfolio.

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Company:

Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type:

Internship

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Experience Level:

Student

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