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Student Internship - Experience Design - Summer 2026 - Northwest Region
InternshipOn-siteFull-time
Location
San Francisco, CA
Salary
$58k–$64k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
2 months ago
Skills
adobe creative cloud suite3d modeling toolsux/ui capabilitiescommunication designgraphic designdesign technologyanalytical skillsorganizational skillsteam playercommunication skills
Job Description
Summary: Gensler is a design firm that believes in the transformative power of design through advanced technology. The Summer Experience Design Intern will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to contribute to the design of integrated brand and digital experiences across various project types, including sports venues and retail environments.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the design of integrated brand and digital experiences, including digital media, interactive moments, and spatial storytelling
- Support project work across multiple phases, from concept and visioning through design development and production
- Collaborate closely with brand designers, digital experience designers, architects, interior designers, and strategists to create cohesive, experience-led solutions
- Participate in experience mapping and narrative development that bridges brand strategy and spatial design
- Visualize design solutions through motion studies, sketches, diagrams, models, and prototypes
- Gain exposure to designing at architectural scale, including an understanding of drawings, coordination, and real-world implementation
- Work with fellow interns on a student-led project serving the local community
Required Qualifications:
- You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Communication Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, Design Technology or another relevant program. Interior Design and Architecture coursework is also a bonus
- You have completed your third year of an undergraduate program or first year of a graduate program and are returning to your program post-internship. This internship is not for recent graduates
- Demonstrate a strong grasp of the fundamentals of design – including color theory, typography, composition, scale, 3D space and motion
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro) and Figma
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
- UX/UI capabilities are a plus
- Experience with Blender, Cinema 4D or other 3D modeling and visualization tools
- Experience with CAD Tools, Revit or other architectural design software is a plus
- Demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or community
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
- Resourceful, self-motivated, enthusiastic team player
- Outstanding analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Required Skills: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, 3D modeling tools, UX/UI capabilities
Important Skills: Communication Design, Graphic Design, Design Technology
Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, organizational skills, Team player, Communication skills
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer