Industrial Design Intern

SUMMER 2027

Shure offers a challenging, fun, and rewarding summer internship program. The twelve-week program is offered to undergraduate and graduate students. We offer internships with a variety of work arrangements from onsite interns to fully remote in US. Each intern will receive a competitive salary. Additionally, Interns who are asked to relocate to Illinois for onsite internships will receive a housing stipend to cover living expenses. Applications will be collected, reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted in late fall/early winter.

As the Industrial Design Intern, you’ll work within Shure’s award-winning Industrial Design team to develop the visual message and user experience of new Shure products. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your knowledge of human factors/ethnography, design trends, and manufacturing materials/processes, and leave your mark on Shure by creating the visual and physical cues of product designs that define the Company’s design language and product user experience.

This Internship is Hybrid in Niles, IL.

Please make sure to include a portfolio link in your application. 

• Collaborate with designers on the creation and development of solutions that convey a visual and tactile message to the product use case and with consideration for the production process and cost targets.
• Team up with designers to identify social, industry, and technology trends that influence the development of future Company products.
• Support designers with generating and communicating the visual and physical aspects of designs through sketches, illustrations, renderings, and 3D prototype models.
• Assist with the creation of presentations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Preference for students pursuing a degree in Industrial Design.
• Entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic.
• Strong creative and analytical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, providing deliverables on time.
• Experience with 3D modeling and visual communication tools. Rhino 3d, Keyshot, & Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Knowledge of design methodology.
• An interest in consumer and professional audio products.
• Ability to develop an understanding of human factors and design trends as they relate to project need.
• Ability to exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and giving presentations).
• Acute attention to detail.
• Familiarity with defining and implementing color, material, and finish is a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing materials and processes, primarily plastic injection molding, metal die casting, and stamping, is a plus.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE ARE

Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

Join Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.

THE MIX MATTERSDon’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Modeled by extensive market analysis and economic best practices, Shure offers competitive intern compensation that is reviewed and adjusted annually by our Total Rewards Team to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top intern talent. Each internship has an hourly rate which varies from $23-$43 per hour based on job function (Engineering, IT, Business, etc) and year completed in school (Junior, Masters 2nd year, PHD, etc). 

WE GOT YOU - Our Benefits

At Shure, we prioritize the well-being of our associates. Benefits for our interns include retirement savings plans and paid time off, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, and work-life balance initiatives. To learn more, check out our Intern Benefits At A Glance

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