Work with the global appearance design team to create visual identities for cycling components: research color/finish trends, collaborate with industrial design and product teams, produce production-intent prototypes and renderings, and support finish engineering for color, finish, and graphic applications.
Overview
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our Schweinfurt based Appearence Design team, for 5-6 months. As an Intern you will be challenged with helping to create the visual identity of our components and product lines through the innovative use of color, material, finish selection and graphic design.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
About SRAM
SRAM LLC is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 5,000+ employees, in 20+ locations, across 10+ countries. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our Schweinfurt based Appearence Design team, for 5-6 months. As an Intern you will be challenged with helping to create the visual identity of our components and product lines through the innovative use of color, material, finish selection and graphic design.
Responsibilities
- • Partner with our global in-house design team to develop compelling visual designs for a diverse range of cycling products
- • Research and compile market trends in color, finish, material, and design that are shaping the industry
- • Collaborate closely with Industrial Design, Product, and Brand Management to define the look and feel of our components
- • Create accurate, production-intent prototypes and renderings for presentations and references
- • Work alongside our Taiwan-based Finish Engineering team to develop next-generation color, finish, and graphic applications for production
Qualifications
- • Currently enrolled at a university (proof of enrollment required)
- • Fluent in English, written and spoken; German is a plus
- • A strong portfolio showcasing logos, typography, graphics, textures, and icons
- • An eye for applying 2D design principles to 3D forms
- • Curiosity and eagerness to learn about color, finish, and graphic production processes
- • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail
- • Excellent communication skills, both visual and verbal
- • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- • Experience with KeyShot or equivalent 3D rendering software is a plus
- WHAT WE OFFER
- • A paid, on-site internship of 5-6 months (35-40 h/week) based in Schweinfurt, Germany
- • Real impact, your work will contribute to products used by cyclists worldwide
- • A collaborative, diverse, and non-hierarchical team environment
- • Flexible working time models
- • An innovative workplace with employee benefits and events
- Ready to bring your design vision to life? Send us your portfolio and application.
About SRAM
SRAM LLC is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 5,000+ employees, in 20+ locations, across 10+ countries. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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