Paid Internship Opportunity for Furniture Maker in The Hague, The Netherlands

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Furniture Design Internship - The Hague, The Netherlands

About the Company

We are a renowned furniture company, keen on sustainable craftsmanship and exceptional design. Embracing the dutch design principles of simplicity, functionality, and harmony with the environment, we have established our name in the industry over the past 50 years. Our strength lies in our commitment to unsurpassed craftsmanship, sustainable production methods, and innovative design. With our expanding global footprint, we are offering an exciting internship opportunity at our design studio located in The Hague, The Netherlands.

Job Responsibilities

• Supporting the product design team in its daily tasks.
• Participating in the development of new furniture concepts and designs.
• Creating digital and physical models of furniture designs in collaboration with the design team.
• Collecting and analysing user feedback to understand design implications.
• Researching materials, manufacturing processes, industry trends and sustainability initiatives.
• Assisting with preparation of design proposals, presentations, and specifications for internal and external audiences.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must be a design student or recent graduate with the following traits:

• Experience in furniture design, including 3D modelling tools.
• Strong skills in sketching, prototyping and model making.
• A good understanding of materials, manufacturing processes and sustainability in design.
• Problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and a creative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative environment.
• Good proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

About The Hague

Known as the International City of Peace and Justice, The Hague is one of the most extraordinary cities in The Netherlands. Not just because it is our government city, but also because of its many monuments, historic districts, and its location near the beautiful North Sea coastline. The Hague is also known as 'the Royal City by the Sea' and is called ‘the residence city’ because of the many members of the Dutch Royal Family who reside in its chic neighbourhoods.