Design Intern

About us

Dysons Floorcare team is at the forefront of innovation transforming everyday cleaning technology through relentless engineering and design excellence. Based in the world-class Research Design and Development (RDD) department the team is responsible for developing cutting-edge vacuum and floor cleaning solutions that lead the market. Through extensive testing iteration and close collaboration with technical specialists the team ensures every product meets Dysons uncompromising standards.

Joining the Floorcare team means being part of a passionate group that challenges convention embraces creativity and contributes to the evolution of Dysons iconic machines.

About the role

As a Design Intern at Dyson Malaysia you will gain hands-on experience by supporting live product development projects within the Floorcare Engineering team. Working closely with experienced Design Engineers you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while developing practical skills in mechanical design and product development.

Your responsibilities will include assisting with the development of mechanical parts assemblies and systems supporting activities across the design lifecyclefrom early concepts through prototyping and testing. You will contribute to sketching CAD modelling preparing technical drawings building prototypes and supporting test activities to help validate and refine designs in line with Dysons standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in design discussions and technical reviews gaining exposure to professional engineering practices in a fast-paced innovation-driven environment.

As part of the Floorcare team you will be working alongside passionate engineers who are redefining how people clean their homes. The team continuously iterates tests and improves products to ensure Dyson remains at the forefront of floorcare technology. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to learn contribute meaningfully to real projects and develop a strong foundation in design engineering.

About you

You will be currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Engineering preferably in mechanical engineering electromechanical engineering or product design.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong interest in product design and mechanical engineering
• Basic proficiency in 3D CAD modelling and 2D technical drawings
• An understanding of core engineering principles and problem-solving approaches
• A practical and methodical mindset with a willingness to learn through prototyping testing and iteration
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment by participating in design reviews brainstorming sessions and technical discussions
• Curiosity enthusiasm for engineering and a desire for continuous learning and improvement
• Able to evidence how you have applied your technical knowledge to solve problems either through your university projects or as part of your extra-curricular activities

Any exposure through coursework internships or projects involving plastic rubber or metal components design for manufacturing (DFM) or design for assembly (DFA) will be considered an advantage. Knowledge or interest in areas such as fluid dynamics thermals acoustics electronics manufacturing processes or measurement techniques will also be beneficial.

What you will gain

During your internship at Dyson Malaysia you will receive structured onboarding hands-on learning and day-to-day guidance from experienced engineers. You will gain exposure to Dysons engineering tools processes and design standards while developing practical skills through real project involvement.

You will be supported through regular feedback and mentorship helping you build technical confidence professional skills and an understanding of how innovative products are developed in a global R&D organization. This internship will provide valuable industry experience and may offer future opportunities depending on performance and business needs.

Working for us

Our internship programme connects academic theory with practical experience. Gain valuable insights into professional applications through mentorships with our industry-leading experts and exposure to cutting-edge practices.

Join our internship programme to jumpstart your career. We look to offer selected high-performing interns an opportunity to return on our graduate programme.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds dont think alike and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race colour religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.