Industrial Design Intern (May / June 2026)
ABOUT BeeX
BeeX is building the world's most advanced Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (HAUVs).
BeeX specialises in providing autonomous robotics solutions to safeguard underwater infrastructure in the maritime, energy and defense sectors, reducing over 90% of carbon emissions. We are pioneering Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service (ARaaS) on a global scale, supported by decades of operational experiences in harsh waters. With unprecedented efficiency, we strive to provide our customers with a one-point solution for asset integrity management -- protecting assets they value, making sure they stay safe.
WHY JOIN US NOW
The industries we serve need new ways to overcome their current challenges, and BeeX is delivering exactly that. Creating anything new is very hard. To do this, we need outstanding people.
At BeeX, everyone is dependent; united by enthusiasm for bold innovation. Our multi-disciplinary team thrives in dynamic environments, driving transformative advancements globally.
Your progress at BeeX depends largely on you, not some arbitrary corporate ladder. You will be exposed to different aspects of Deeptech, from design to commercialisation. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world!
What our interns can get uniquely from BeeX:
- Experience the sea life, and potentially discover underwater “treasures”
- Go to secret places that 90% of population never gets to know about
- Learn how a deep-tech startup grows in Singapore and export globally
- Potential job offer (part-time / full-time) before graduation
Your Role
As the Industrial Design Intern, you will contribute to the design and development of innovative products, supporting projects from initial concept through to prototype. Your role will involve conducting market research, mapping user journeys, and performing competitive benchmarking to guide design decisions.
You will report directly to the CEO. Your day-to-day tasks will include creating mock-ups and 3D models to visualize product ideas, supporting prototyping and testing efforts to refine designs, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product intent aligns with functional and production realities.
Job Scope:
- Assist in the design and development of new products from concept to prototype.
- Conduct market research, user journey mapping and analysis, and competitive benchmarking to inform product decisions.
- Create mock-ups and 3D models to visualize product concepts.
- Support in prototyping and testing to refine designs for functionality and aesthetics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, operations, production, to align product intent with operational and production feasibility.
- Prepare presentations and design documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and emerging technologies.
Desired Qualities
- Passionate about product design and constantly looking for ways to iwmprove form, function, and user experience
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment
- Proven ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across multi-disciplinary teams
- Eager to learn, with a strong ability to quickly absorb new concepts and apply them to real-world challenges
- Familiarity with materials and manufacturing processes, ergonomic design principles, or human-centred design
- Experience using CAD and 3D modelling tools such as SolidWorks
- Exposure to design research, usability testing, or prototyping with tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Figma