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After a month of working in industrial design, here's what I have learned! I am so excited to share and show what I am creating but before that here are some of my key takeaways from this internship: 1. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: It's not always what is taught in college💥 2. 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁: As an intern, you work like a full-timer instead of a student. 3. 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: You are expected to do more in a day than your college ever expected in 10 days⏱️ 4. 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀: You get to learn everything starting from the basics📕 5. 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄: Turnaround time is faster than a pizza delivery🚚 6. 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝘁: You design 100 concepts and 2 passes through the selection (my ideas were never side-lined btw)🎖️ I'm so grateful for the awesome people at Bang Design who are helping me along the way. Special thanks to like-minded people around me Prashant Subhedar Vinay Rao and Shuubham Madan for challenging my skills and encouraging me throughout 🚀🚀 Watch out this space for the updates. I can't wait to show you the things I have created! #design #industrialdesign #internship #bangdesign  

"Passionate Sustainable Design and Interior Design student actively seeking an enriching Spring 2024 internship opportunity. Eager to contribute creativity, sustainability focus, and a strong foundation in design principles with problem solving attitude. Let's connect and explore how I can contribute to your team's success! 🌱💡 #DesignIntern #SustainabilityMatters #InteriorDesign"

🚀 Embarking on Architectural Journeys: A Fusion of Imagination & Reality Step into my world where lines blur between artistry and engineering. My portfolio is a tapestry of concepts, ranging from sustainable havens to futuristic spaces that challenge the norm. Each project is a chapter in my evolving story, where innovation meets craftsmanship. Dive in and discover how I blend tradition with avant-garde ideas to shape the future of architecture. Let's redefine the skyline, one design at a time. 🌆 Check out my portfolio and join me on this architectural adventure! #ArchitecturePortfolio #InnovativeDesign #FutureArchitect #Internship #3dvisualisation #freelancearchitect

"Passionate Sustainable Design and Interior Design student actively seeking an enriching Spring 2024 internship opportunity. Eager to contribute creativity, sustainability focus, and a strong foundation in design principles with problem solving attitude. Let's connect and explore how I can contribute to your team's success! 🌱💡#DesignIntern #SustainabilityMatters #InteriorDesign"

Week 3: Creative Insights & Inspirations Day 15: Creating a Focal Point "A well-designed space always tells a story, and the focal point is its main character. From an eye-catching statement wall to a bold piece of furniture, the focal point commands attention and ties the room together. It’s what makes a space truly unforgettable! During my internship, I’ve learned how to identify and incorporate elements that immediately captivate the viewer’s eye, adding personality and depth to the design. What do you think makes the perfect focal point in a room? Share your thoughts below! #FocalPoint #DesignTips #InteriorDesignJourney #LearningByDoing"

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🌟 Why Your Team Needs an Intern – And Why I’m the Perfect Fit! 🌟 As I continue my journey in the world of industrial design, I’m excited to share why having an intern on your team can be a game-changer and why I believe I could be the ideal candidate for your next intern position. 🔹 Fresh Perspectives & Innovation: Interns bring new ideas, creativity, and a fresh perspective that can inspire innovation. My background in product design, combined with my current Master’s studies in International Design Strategy (DSI) in Shanghai, positions me to contribute unique insights and out-of-the-box thinking to your projects. 🔹 Up-to-Date with Trends & Technologies: Staying current with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies is second nature to me. From 3D modeling to sustainable design practices, I’m equipped with the latest knowledge and skills that can keep your projects cutting-edge and competitive. 🔹 Cost-Effective Support: Bringing an intern on board is a smart investment. Interns are eager to learn, enthusiastic, and ready to take on tasks that can support and enhance your team’s productivity without the long-term commitment. 🔹 Mutual Growth & Learning: An internship is not just about what I can bring to the table but also about what I can learn from your team. I am eager to grow, learn, and contribute to your projects while bringing a passion for user-centered, innovative design solutions. 👩🎓 Why Choose Me? 🔹 Creative & Technical Skills: With a solid foundation in product design and advanced skills in 3D modeling and user experience design, I am ready to tackle challenges head-on. 🔹 Global Perspective: My studies in France and China have given me a unique, cross-cultural perspective that can add value to international projects. 🔹 Passion & Dedication: I am driven by a passion for design and a commitment to excellence, always eager to push boundaries and deliver outstanding results. 📄 Ready to Connect? If you’re looking for a motivated, creative, and innovative intern to join your team, let’s connect! Check out my CV and my portfolio. I’m excited about the possibility of contributing to your team and making a difference. Let’s create something amazing together! 🌟 #Internship #IndustrialDesign #Innovation #DesignThinking #JobOpportunity #CreativeTalent #Shanghai #China

🎨 Have you ever felt passionate about your work, that unstoppable energy propelling you forward? That's the fire we all know as artists, creatives, or in any field we love. But as we grow, reality sets in. The industry cares less about your passion and more about results. 💡 We as designers must have envisioned ourselves as the next Manish Malhotra in childhood, but the journey isn't as glamorous as we imagined. It's about nurturing ourselves daily and staying passionate about our craft despite the challenges. 🌟 Being a designer means constantly honing your skills and staying inspired. Yet, there's a gap when we enter the industry. In college, we were taught to explore and be wild in our creative thinking, but the real world demands results. 🛠️ As newcomers, we face numerous hurdles: 1️⃣ High educational investments without proportional opportunities. 2️⃣ Our creativity is acknowledged, but we're expected to achieve tangible outcomes. 3️⃣ Underpaid and overworked for the sake of learning & exposure. 4️⃣ Our unique design process can sometimes be misinterpreted by those unfamiliar. 💡 Solutions to bridge this gap: 1️⃣ Evaluation criteria for internships in colleges should focus on real-world impact. 2️⃣ Industry should value a designer's potential to learn and grow. 3️⃣ Designers and industry must align for mutual benefit. 4️⃣ Fair compensation and respect for work-life balance are essential. 🤝 Let's reflect on our journey as newcomers and share insights in the comments. Together, we can strive for a more supportive and equitable industry. #DesignIndustry #CreativeJourney #DesignerLife #DesignCommunity #CreativeChallenges #IndustryInsights #DesignSolutions #CareerReflections #DesignEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #CreativeProfessionals #DesignThinking #IndustryAlignment #CareerGrowth #CreativeMinds #WorkLifeBalance #DesignCareer #ProfessionalJourney #CreativeIndustry #CollaborativeEfforts

A lot of new graduates are pretty down on the ID job market right now. Things are tough. What do you think they need to hear? Either as someone who's going through it now or someone who's been there. I'll start: the portfolio you graduate with usually isn't the one that gets you a job. It takes understanding your "user" (your ideal employer), identifying their needs, and then tailoring your work to those needs. I spent about 6 months revamping my portfolio to tell the story I wanted while working my last internship and some contract gigs before I got...yet another internship BUT in an area and industry I wanted to be in. Now, who's hiring in ID this week? Modern Sprout MANSCAPED Motorola Solutions Whirlpool Corporation LiveTrends Design Group And many more. Check them all out on the site! P.S. I use the front page of Just ID Jobs to promote the work of students and young designers. This week's featured image is by Philipp Seißler Want to submit an image? Send a 1920x1080 image that is <1MB and a link to your website to a+justidjobs@anson.design - 🖥️ Just ID Jobs aggregates industrial design jobs from around the web and organizes them in one, easy-to-search place. 🛠️ No UX. No interior design. No engineering. Just ID. 🔔 See new ID jobs daily and sign up for email alerts on justidjobs [dot] com

Bridging the Gap: Design Students vs. Industry Reality || 🧑💻 to 🪚 Every year, interns from top design schools join us, but there's a visible gap between their education and industry needs. It’s time for India's education system to become more relevant, especially in the furniture industry. Key Issues: 1. Curriculum: Heavy on theory, light on practical skills. 2. Tools: Outdated software in schools vs. current industry standards. 3. Project Scope: Academic projects lack real-world constraints. 4. Professional Skills: Need for better training in collaboration and business acumen. 5. Exposure: Limited real-world experience. Solutions: 1. Curriculum Revamp: Involve industry leaders to update and make education more practical. 2. Modern Tools: Train students on the latest industry-standard software. 3. Real-world Projects: Encourage live projects and internships to build practical skills. Let's work together to prepare the next generation of designers for the real world! 🌍 #furniture #industry #home #students #designers