INTERN Industrial Design Researcher

Lifetime Products, located in Clearfield, Utah, designs and manufactures consumer products for major retailers around the world, including Sporting Goods, Lawn & Garden, Water Sports, Play Sets, and Tables & Chairs. www.lifetime.com

For Fall of 2024 we are seeking a talented and passionate INTERN Industrial Design Researcher to assist our research and development team. As an integral part of our design process, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth user research to inform and inspire our product development. If you have a keen eye for hard goods design, a curiosity for user behavior, and a knack for translating insights into physical, innovative, solutions we have an amazing opportunity for you.

SKILLS

Conduct thorough research on market trends, user behaviors, and emerging technologies in the consumer goods sector.
Employ a user centric approach, actively engaging with customers through interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather valuable insights.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research findings into the design process, ensuring products meet user needs and expectations.
Translate research findings into actionable design recommendations, contributing to the development of innovative and user-friendly products.

Education and Experience Requirements

Currently enrolled in an Industrial Design major with a Design Research emphasis.
Proven experience in industrial Design Research, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects in the consumer goods space.
Excellent communication skills and ability to present research findings in a clear and compelling manner.
Proficiency in using various research methods, with focus in meeting with customers to understand their needs.
Experience using qualitative research methods including observation, interviewing, and contextual inquiry.
Familiarity with traditional design tools and software.

If you are passionate about leveraging user research to shape the future of consumer goods and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply!

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