Industrial Design Intern
Listed on 2026-03-14
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Design & Architecture
Creative Design / Digital Art, Digital Media / Production
Chobani and La Colombe is seeking an Industrial Design Intern to join our Industrial Design team in Tribeca, NYC for the summer. This role will focus primarily on packaging and equipment design, with opportunities to contribute to other Industrial Design projects as they arise. You’ll work alongside designers and cross-functional partners to explore concepts, prototype ideas, and help bring thoughtful, brand-right solutions into the real world.
Responsibilities- Support the design team through concept-to-execution work across packaging structures and equipment-related projects
- Create sketches, exploratory concepts, and visual directions to communicate design intent
- Build and iterate 3D CAD models and quick studies to test form, function, and feasibility
- Develop mockups and prototypes (physical and/or digital) to evaluate usability, assembly, ergonomics, and production constraints
- Assist in preparing presentations for critiques, stakeholder reviews, and design milestones
- Collaborate with engineering, packaging, marketing, quality, and operations partners to incorporate requirements and feedback
- Contribute to documentation and handoff materials (renders, drawings, specifications, or visual guides) as needed
- Jump into retail and brand-experience projects when timelines and team needs align
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial design.
- A portfolio demonstrating strong fundamentals: form development, systems thinking, problem-solving, and clear storytelling
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Interest in consumer brands, packaging, equipment, and physical brand experiences
- Ability to move quickly between early ideas and refined design proposals.
- Proficiency in OnShape, Solid Works, or similar 3D modeling tools.
- Hands-on experience with fabrication, model‑making, and 3D printing.
- Highly organized and able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
- Eager to learn, take initiative, and adapt quickly
- Comfortable working collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Professional and respectful when interacting with team members and stakeholders
- Available to work onsite at our Fishtown, Philadelphia office Monday - Thursday
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America s No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives.
Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout
North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.
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