Industrial Design Intern - Boston (February 2026)

Company Description

About us:

PA Consulting operates as a unified global team of strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, scientists, engineers, and technologists helping clients drive innovation. We’re a collective of problem solvers, creators, and makers who transform ideas into reality.

Our US-based design teams in Boston (formerly Essential Design) have shaped design culture for decades through solutions that blend technology, lifestyle, and design. We’re seeking a paid, in-person intern to join our team - candidates with strong problem-solving skills who can contribute at every stage of the design process

Job Description

U.S. citizenship is required for this internship to comply with security clearance regulations.

All candidates must include a portfolio with their resume/application.

Start Date: February 2026

Duration: 3 months

Salary: $27-$35/hr

What you’ll do:

Work on real projects alongside designers, engineers, and strategists across disciplines to develop impactful solutions. Your responsibilities include:

• Researching design trends and contributing to client presentations
• Using traditional design tools(sketching/CAD/Keyshot, etc.) to explore ideas and refine concepts
• Hands-on mockups, model making and prototyping.
• Gaining experience throughout the full design process
• Contributing to internal projects to develop technical skills and help bring innovative ideas to life
  
  
  

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Industrial Design or adjacent field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and passion for creative exploration.
• Portfolio demonstrating storytelling, process documentation, wide-ranging concept exploration, creative solutions, and aesthetic sense.
• Great communication and visualization skills.
• 2D design skills: Analog and digital sketching, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• 3D modeling and rendering experience (SolidWorks and KeyShot preferred).
• Prototyping proficiency with the ability to integrate feedback.
• Interest in Generative AI application is a plus (Midjourney / Vizcom / Copilot).
  
  
  

Portfolio Requirements:

Include your best work demonstrating:

• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Clear, well-documented design process.
• Ideation and concept development.
• Model-making proficiency.
• Distinct point of view!
  
  
  

While meeting every qualification isn’t required, we value diverse perspectives and seek candidates with a collaborative mindset, critical thinking abilities, and a strong willingness to learn - along with a keen awareness of emerging trends and the ability to integrate them into their design approach.