Product Appearance Intern (m/w/d)*

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our Schweinfurt based Product Appearance Design team as of 1 October, 2025, for 5-6 months. As an intern you will be challenged with helping to create the visual identity of our components and product lines through the innovative use of colour, material, finish selection and graphic design.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with our global in-house design team to develop appropriate designs for a diverse range of cycling products.
• Assist the design team in compiling market research information: color, finish, material & design trends.
• Collaborate with Industrial Design, Product and Brand Management to craft the "look and feel” of our components.
• Create accurate production intent prototypes and/or renderings for presentation and reference purposes.
• Collaborate with our Taiwan based Finish Engineering team to develop our next generation of color, finish, and graphic applications for production.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to create compelling logos, custom type, graphics, textures, and icons
• An understanding of how to apply 2D art on 3D forms
• An eagerness to learn color, finish, and graphic production processes
• Strong verbal and visual communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with strong work ethic
• Proficient using Adobe’s Creative Suite
• Experience in Keyshot or equivalent 3D rendering software encouraged.
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)
• Mandatory internship as part of your studies at a German University
• Application requires a portfolio with work examples
• Start date can be any time between 1 October 2025 and 1 April 2026

WE OFFER:

• Flexible working time models

• Highly motivated and diverse teams with flat hierarchies

• Innovative working environment with a range of benefits and employee events

• Employee Discounts and corporate events

• 5-6 month paid position; 35-40h / week