Industrial Design Co-op

## Industrial Design Co-op Apply locations:
Carol Stream, ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JRMarmon Food service Technologies, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
** About The Job
** Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured food service equipment for some of the world’s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: revolutionize the future of food service.

We are seeking a motivated and curious Industrial Design Co-op to join our team for the fall. This role is ideal for a student passionate about user-centered design, hands-on prototyping, and exploring how Industrial Design impacts the Food service Equipment industry.

As a co-op, you will focus on relevant problems and challenges faced by our customers and drive those insights and ideas into viable solutions. You’ll conduct self-guided research, lead user testing, and generate concepts to inform the best design solution . At the end of the term, you will prepare and deliver a presentation to our senior management showcasing your work, insights, and recommendations.

It’s a great opportunity to engage on real world design and development with the Design team and the broader organization.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Self-guided research:
Explore user needs, workflow challenges, competitive products, industry trends, and ergonomic considerations in the food service equipment space.
* Concept ideation & visualization:
Produce sketches, storyboards, and conceptual explorations. Participate in brainstorming sessions and create visuals for internal reviews.
* User testing & validation:
With the guidance of the Design team, plan and conducting user testing sessions. Capture observations, compile findings, and translate insights into actionable next steps.
* Prototype support:
Engage with the Model Shop to build models and low- to mid-fidelity prototypes to evaluate usability and communicate design intent.

* Cross-functional collaboration:

Work with designers, engineers, product managers, and marketing partners throughout the development process.
* Documentation & communication:
Prepare research summaries, testing documentation, and design materials for team reviews.
* End-of-summer senior leadership presentation:
Present a comprehensive overview of your work, including research, concepts, testing insights, and design recommendations.
** Qualifications
* ** Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or a related field.
* Strong sketching, ideation, and communication skills.
* Comfortable with hands-on prototyping and model making.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
* Interest in food service equipment, human-centered design, and UI design is a plus.
** Proficiency with the following tools:
*** Solid Works* Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
* Figma* Key Shot
** Work Environment
*** This is an onsite role in Carol Stream, IL, with an expectation of 3–4 days per week in the studio.
* Work may involve time in test kitchens, prototype shops, or user-testing environments.
** What You’ll Gain
*** Experience contributing to real product development efforts.
* Exposure to cross-functional teamwork with engineering, product, and marketing.
* Opportunities to build portfolio-ready research, ideation, and prototype work.
* Understanding of user-centered design in a real-world, fast-paced industry.
* Direct visibility with a final presentation to senior leadership.
* Mentorship from experienced industrial designers and engineers.
** About Marmon Holdings
** Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11…