6-Month Paid Mandatory Internship in Product Design (All Genders)

The Opportunity

The Heimplanet Entwicklungs GmbH, based in Hamburg, is an innovative company specializing in the development of high-quality outdoor products. The small team of outdoor and design enthusiasts is particularly well known for its unique inflatable tents, which are used worldwide in the most extreme conditions. As a member of1% for the Planet,HEIMPLANET places great importance on conserving resources and is continuously working to improve materials and production processes.

At HEIMPLANET , we focus on well-thought-out product designs that combine functionality, durability, and style. To ensure that our products perform reliably in outdoor use while also meeting our standards for material and process quality, continuous design development is a central part of our work.

We are looking for support in this important area from amandatory intern in the field of product design.

Tasks

• Collaboration throughout the entire product development process: Provide us with active support from the initial idea/sketch through the concept phases to the preparation of series production.
• Concept and design work: Develop ideas, compare options, and prepare design directions.
• Graphic design tasks: Create layouts, presentations, product graphics/branding elements, and supporting visuals, for example.
• Material and component research: Research suitable fabrics and coatings, evaluate samples, and develop sustainable options with us.
• Color & Trim Development: Immerse yourself in color worlds, combinations, and details, and translate these into harmonious proposals.
• Creating functional models: Create functional models to test design, handling, and details.

Qualification

• You are studyingproduct designora similar subject and are looking for amandatory internship lasting 6 months.
• Interest inmaterials, workmanship, and details(e.g., fabrics, coatings, trims), including a desire to research, sample, and compare.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe(especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) for designing concepts, graphics, and documentation.
• Ideally, you already have some experience with3D tools(e.g., Rhino) and a basic understanding of shapes, proportions, and construction.
• Hands-on mentality: You enjoy practical work, trying things out, and also providing support with prototypes/functional models.
• Structured, reliable, and independent way of working.
• Youbringenthusiasm for the outdoors and everyday life.

Benefits

• You will gain insights into theentire creative and development processof anoutdoor brand.
• Active collaboration at theinterface of design, material, function, and brand.
• The opportunitytocontribute your own ideasandtake onresponsibility.
• A small, dedicated team with short decision-making processes and direct collaboration with our product designer.
• There is considerable potential for learning inmaterials, prototyping, color & trim,andin the practical implementation of product-ready details.
• Paid mandatory internship.

We can teach you a lot, and at the same time we would be delighted if you contributed your own ideas, thoughts, and previous experiences right from the start.

We are looking for someone who is keen to familiarize themselves with our products, materials, and design process, take on responsibility, and actively contribute to the further development of our designs.

If you enjoy thinking through functional details, combining design and usability, and working closely with the product in a small team, then you've come to the right place.

You are also welcome to give us an insight into your previous work—e.g., through projects, study-related work, or practical experience. If you have a portfolio or relevant links (e.g., LinkedIn, blog, your own website), we would be delighted to see them—but they are not a must.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Best regards from HafenCity,

YourHEIMPLANET

Location

Hamburg, Germany

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