Job Description
Product Design Undergrad Internships United States Students Summary Posted:
May 21, 2026 Role Number:
200664000-3810 Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with Apple products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices, strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unrivaled and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day. Description Provide support to design, engineering, prototyping and validation activities for all hardware product linesHelp to create the next generation of the world's finest hardware devicesConceive, design, and bring into production products that will re-define the user experienceWork closely with many different multi-functional teams, including Industrial Design, Packaging, Safety, Hardware Engineering, EMC, Reliability and Marketing Minimum Qualifications Currently pursuing a BS in mechanical engineering, materials science, or a related field of study. At the end of the internship, you must return to school to continue your education or the internship must be the last requirement for you to graduate. Preferred Qualifications It's helpful if you meet one or more of the following qualifications, but it isn't a requirement: Product design experience (coursework or projects) Exposure to working with component modules (LCD assemblies, batteries, camera modules, etc.) and their interconnect (FPC design and ACF bonding) Knowledge of materials science fundamentals for plastic, adhesive, metal, glass, ceramic, composite, and coating materials Ability to use statistical tools and techniques Knowledge of finite element analysis theory and general mechanical engineering analysis 3-D CAD skills Exposure to Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing Interest in Handheld, portable and/or hardware development Knowledge of the integration of wireless antenna (GSM, GPS, Wifi) into mechanical enclosures Knowledge of the design of audio subsystems (microphone, speaker, receiver) Exposure in Unigraphics or Pro-engineer Ability to work in a team-based environment Ability to be proactive and take initiative Strong analytical and problem solving skills Flexibility and adaptability Ability to work on multiple requests/tests at the same time Excellent written and verbal communication skills Pay & Benefits This posting is not for a specific job opening and by submitting your resume you are expressing interest in being contacted about this type of role at Apple in the future. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
