Summer Internship Programme in the UK
Website Heatherwick Studio
Design Internship Programme – Summer 2026 (Paid)
🏢 Company: Heatherwick Studio
📍 Location: London, UK
💷 Salary: Paid Internship
📅 Start Date: Mid-June 2026
⏳ Application Deadline: 27th April 2026
Launch Your Creative Career in Design:
This summer, Heatherwick Studio is offering a unique internship opportunity for students passionate about design, creativity, and innovation.
This is not just an internship — it is your chance to step into a world of creative experimentation, hands-on making, and boundary-pushing design thinking.
If you enjoy expressing ideas through sketches, models, and exploration, this programme is designed for you.
About the Programme:
The Heatherwick Studio Internship Programme is built for students from diverse creative backgrounds — not just architecture.
Whether your strength lies in:
- Sketching and visual storytelling
- Physical model making
- Conceptual thinking
- Experimental design approaches
You are encouraged to apply and bring your unique creative voice to the studio.
What You Will Be Doing:
During your internship, you will gain real-world experience by working closely with industry professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contributing to live project teams and learning design methodologies
- Sketching, prototyping, and exploring ideas in 3D
- Researching and presenting creative concepts clearly
- Collaborating with designers, makers, and specialists
- Developing your own design voice through hands-on experience
- Supporting projects that push the future of design forward
You will also work with physical models, sketches, and 3D tools such as Rhino (or similar software).
What You Will Gain:
- Hands-on experience in a world-renowned design studio
- Exposure to real, live projects
- Opportunity to develop creative and technical skills
- Mentorship from experienced designers and specialists
- A chance to build a strong professional portfolio
- Insight into innovative and experimental design processes
What They’re Looking For:
Core Skills & Qualities:
- Creative thinking with clear conceptual ideas
- Confidence in sketching and physical model making
- Basic experience with 3D tools (e.g., Rhino or similar)
- Strong curiosity and willingness to explore new ideas
- Ability to communicate visually and conceptually
Personal Attributes:
- Passion for design and innovation
- Willingness to learn quickly and accept feedback
- Resourcefulness in creating models from various materials
- A proactive and collaborative mindset
- Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas constructively
Portfolio Requirements:
Applicants must provide a portfolio that demonstrates:
- Creative process and idea development
- Curiosity and experimentation
- Attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Conceptual thinking rather than perfection
Who Should Apply?
This programme is open to students at different stages of their design or architectural education.
🎓 Year 2 Students:
- Strong curiosity and conceptual thinking
- Good physical model-making skills
- Developing confidence in 3D design
- Early-stage design voice shaped by academic work
🎓 Year 4 Students:
- Advanced design and technical knowledge
- Experience with complex 3D workflows
- Clear and developed design approach
- Ability to work collaboratively on projects
- Confidence to take ideas from concept to refinement
Why Join Heatherwick Studio?
- Work in a globally recognised, innovative design studio
- Be part of a collaborative and creative environment
- Gain hands-on experience with real-world projects
- Learn from industry-leading designers and makers
- Build a strong foundation for your future design career
Diversity & Inclusion:
Heatherwick Studio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.
The studio values diversity, creativity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels supported and empowered.
Need Application Support?
If you require assistance with your application, the team is happy to help. The goal is to make the process accessible and inclusive for all candidates.
Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about design, eager to learn, and ready to explore new creative possibilities, this internship is for you.
Apply now and take your first step into the world of innovative design with Heatherwick Studio.
