Industrial Design Engineer Intern , Summer 2027

Shape what comes next Discover careers in Tech

At Amazon our tech isnt just a tool its your playground. Our engineers work on scalable systems cloud services and customer-facing products that operate at global scale. This is an environment where you learn by building.

Whether youre creating cloud-native solutions optimizing machine learning models or building products that drive experiences for millions of customers around the globe your work reaches the world fast. Youll take ownership early collaborate across teams and disciplines and grow your skills as you tackle new problems. Theres no single path forward here with a chance to explore different directions and shape your journey as you go. This is where ambition meets opportunity and where the impact of what you build helps define what comes next for customers and for you.

Whats in it for you An internship at Amazon means real responsibility from day one. Youll build test and learn alongside people who want to see you succeed while making an impact that reaches far beyond campus.

Amazon internships are full-time positions and interns should expect to work Monday-Friday up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day.
Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes.

By applying to this position your application will be considered for all Industrial Design Engineer roles at all locations we hire for in the United States including but not limited to: Greater Seattle Area (Seattle Bellevue Redmond) Greater Bay Area (San Francisco Sunnyvale Santa Clara) Greater DMV (DC MD VA) Austin (TX) New York City (NY) Minneapolis (MN).

You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.

As an Industrial Design Engineer Intern you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary staff to conceive and design innovative consumer products. You will work closely with an internal inter-disciplinary team to design and develop physical fulfillment systems around the globe. You must be responsive flexible and able to succeed within an open collaborative peer environment.

You will design develop test and deliver components including workflow/process path layout space utilization/efficiency and ergonomics etc. Youll collaborate with your team and peers to deliver projects and artifacts like AutoCAD files with specifications design frameworks mathematical models RFPs. Youll identify and communicate any issues associated with the design development implementation and optimization of fulfillment-center technologies or design solution.

Start dates for our internships in this posting include the following periods:
1. Winter (Starts January/February 2027)
2. Summer (Starts May/June 2027)
3. Fall (Starts August/September 2027)

Key job responsibilities
As an Industrial Design Engineer Intern you may:
Design develop test and deliver solutions (e.g. workflow/process path layout space utilization/efficiency ergonomics etc.).
Use appropriate technologies (e.g. AutoCAD Rhino Revit SolidWorks CREO SketchUp KeyShot BIM360 etc.) to deliver high quality operationally excellent models and design (e.g. safety high quality and performance) that meet the needs of the customer.
Identify and communicate any issues associated with the design development implementation and optimization of fulfillment-center technologies or design solution.
Invent develop and refine solutions to ensure they are meeting customer business operational technology and team goals.
Understand business impact of designs and show good judgement when making design suggestions ensuring they meet performance and scaling targets.
Technical report writing of process and best practices.

A day in the life
Our internship program provides hands-on learning and building experiences for students who are interested in a career in industrial design addition to working on an impactful project you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development expand your network and participate in fun activities with other interns throughout the summer. No matter the location of your internship we give you the tools to own your internship and learn in a real-world setting.

- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Are enrolled in or have completed a academic program that is physically located in the United States
- Knowledge of IE fundamentals like basic spatial layouts of processing lines or process paths
- Experience using one or more of the following CAD technologies: AutoCAD Rhino Revit SolidWorks CREO BIM360 SketchUp or KeyShot
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelors degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field with an expected conferral date between October 2026 December 2029.
- Knowledge of converting sub-system functional requirements into engineering requirements and component designs

- Experience communicating technical details verbally and in writing
- Experience with material handling and processing
- Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Masters degree in supply chain management operations engineering analytics or related field with an expected conferral date between October 2026 December 2029.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed Day 1 of employment Amazon offers EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at WA USA - 82450.00 USD Annually