What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experiential Design Internship Summer 2026 (On-Site, New York) position at matteprojects?
MATTE is a 360° full-service creative studio at the convergence of hype, storytelling and design. We bring people together to inspire new ways of engaging, to provoke long term progress, and to entertain audiences around the world, while helping forward-thinking brands and institutions nimbly and truly do the same. Our studio capabilities range from strategic ideation and insights, creative development, branding and identity, experiential, web design and development, campaigns and content creation, all the way through full-scale production and execution.
DESCRIPTION:
The Experiential Design Intern will support the design and creative teams in developing immersive environments and brand experiences. This role offers hands-on exposure to the end-to-end design process—from concept through execution—across a range of physical and spatial projects.
This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact experiential work while building a strong foundation in spatial design, storytelling, and real-world production.
Responsibilities and learning opportunities include:
- Support the development of experiential concepts, environments, and spatial design ideas
- Assist in creating layouts, renderings, and visual presentations for client-facing materials
- Build mood boards, references, and design decks to support creative direction
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Creative, Strategy, and Production
- Assist in preparing design files and assets for production and fabrication
- Research materials, fabrication techniques, and installation methods
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions for brand activations, events, and installations
- Assist on-site when needed for install, styling, or production support
- Maintain organization of project files and design assets
- Be a student of the industry: stay current on trends in experiential design, architecture, retail, and cultural spaces
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be enrolled in a University or Master’s program.
- Must be available for a minimum of 3 days per week to work at our offices in New York.
- Must be available between June 1st, 2026 and August 7th, 2026 Internships begin June 1st, 2026.
- Preferred majors: Environmental Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, or related fields
- Strong interest in experiential, spatial, and environmental design
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator; InDesign a plus)
- Experience with 3D modeling/rendering tools (Rhino, SketchUp, Cinema 4D, or similar)
- Familiarity with Figma is a plus
- Strong visual communication and layout skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
COMPENSATION:
This internship is unpaid. School credit can be provided.
Everyone is welcome at MATTE - we’re passionate about building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and creating an environment where our differences are celebrated. MATTE provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MATTE will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.