Junior Industrial Design Intern

Collateral Medical Private Limited · India

Location: Marol, Mumbai

Department: R&D / Design

Reporting to: Design Manager and CEO

Education Requirement: Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related discipline

Experience: 0–2 years of relevant work experience

About Us: We are a fast-growing medtech startup focused on creating innovative, human-centered medical devices that improve patient outcomes and enhance healthcare delivery. Our mission is to combine cutting-edge technology, ergonomic usability, and thoughtful design to bring meaningful solutions to the healthcare ecosystem.

Role Overview: As a Junior Industrial Design Intern, you will be part of our multidisciplinary R&D team, working directly under the guidance of the Design Manager and the CEO. This role is ideal for a recent B.Des. graduate with strong creative and problem-solving skills, who wants to gain hands-on experience in designing and developing medical devices in a fast-paced startup environment. You will contribute to concept generation, product design, prototyping, and user-centered research while ensuring compliance with medical device standards and usability guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

●Concept Development: Assist in brainstorming, sketching, and generating innovative product concepts aligned with clinical needs and user requirements.

● CAD Modeling & Visualization: Create 3D CAD models, digital renders, and visual presentations to communicate design intent effectively.

● Prototyping: Support rapid prototyping using in-house methods (3D printing, CNC, model-making) and work with vendors to refine functional mockups.

● User-Centered Research: Participate in user studies, ergonomic evaluations, and field observations to understand patient, doctor, and technician pain points.

● Design Documentation: Maintain detailed design reports, sketches, CAD files, and specifications for internal reviews and regulatory submissions.

● Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, clinicians, regulatory experts, and business teams to align design solutions with technical and market requirements.

● Material & Manufacturing Research: Explore materials, CMF (Color, Material, Finish), and manufacturing processes relevant to medical-grade products.

● Design for Usability & Safety: Assist in applying human factors, ergonomics, and safety standards to ensure devices are intuitive, safe, and comfortable to use.

● Presentation & Communication: Support preparation of design reviews, pitches, and documentation for internal stakeholders, investors, and clinical partners.

● Learning & Growth: Continuously upskill in medical device design standards (ISO 13485, IEC usability guidelines) while contributing fresh design perspectives.

Qualifications & Skills

●  Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Industrial Design, Product Design, or equivalent from a recognized institution.

● 0–2 years of relevant professional/academic project experience in industrial/product design (internships, freelance, or academic projects count).

● Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, Rhino, or Fusion 360) and visualization tools (KeyShot, Blender, Adobe Creative Suite).

● Strong sketching, ideation, and visualization skills to communicate design intent clearly.

● Basic knowledge of prototyping tools, 3D printing, and model-making techniques.

● Familiarity with human-centered design, ergonomics, and usability testing methods.

● Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and adapt to a fast-paced startup culture.

● Strong verbal and written communication skills.

● Passion for healthcare, medical devices, and design for social impact is a plus.

What We Offer

● Mentorship directly from senior leadership (Design Manager & CEO).

● Hands-on experience in end-to-end medical device design and development.

● Opportunity to see your ideas move from concept to working prototypes.

● Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration between design, engineering, and healthcare experts.

● A culture that values curiosity, creativity, and impact.

●  Possibility of full-time conversion upon successful completion of the internship.