Entry Level Industrial Designer Jobs
New grad industrial designer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Science & Research, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like CYVL, Apple, and Garmin hiring at this level now.
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The Apple Industrial Design team is accepting portfolios from curious, passionate, and
collaborative industrial designers. We are looking for highly motivated, determined
problem-solvers with a rigorous attention to detail. We are interested in seeing work at
all levels.
Description
Industrial design engineers are responsible for designing and developing high quality
design concepts to drive new Apple products.","responsibilities":"Perform hands-on prototyping, without relying solely on virtual design tools, to
create design prototypes and refine for mass production
Uphold Apple's design aesthetics with regards to materials and driving material
innovation with key engineering partners
Evaluate the construction of products and executing product design from concept
through to manufacturing
Sketch alongside other designers throughout the design process to communicate ideas of form, color and material exploration, and experience use cases to multi-functional teams to solve design problems
Build physical models, including simple paper models, quick prototypes using found and mixed media, 3D prints, and detailed 3D physical models using 2D drawing software and 3D CAD software
Work with electrical and mechanical design teams to understand engineering
constraints and incorporate feedback to ensure successful implementation for mass
production
Collaborate with team members to evaluate design feasibility based on aesthetic
appearance, functionality, production materials, costs/methods and marketing
Contribute to human factors research including product reliability testing, design of the testing protocol, user interviews and provide specific feedback on products
Collaborate with CAD engineers and CAD Sculptors to resolve design/manufacturing
and cosmetic issues with OEM vendors and manufacturers
Perform on-site collaborative work in confidential labs to understand technical challenges and provide creative solutions, including reviewing 2D and 3D CAD and engineering prototypes, and under regulated lighting conditions to refine materials, color, and finish and provide direction to manufacturing specialists
Preferred Qualifications
Passion for materials and material exploration
A healthy obsession with how things are made and how they work
Deep appreciation for aesthetics
Radical creativity
Excellent communication skills
Minimum Qualifications
Masterʼs degree or foreign equivalent in Industrial Design or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation
Must have a body of work that has been produced
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $181,100 and $318,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Entry Level Industrial Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level industrial designer job?
At the entry level, a well-curated portfolio carries the most weight. Show two to four projects that demonstrate your design process from sketch to prototype, not just polished renders. Internship experience, school capstone work, and personal projects all count. Employers at this stage look for candidates who understand materials, manufacturing constraints, and user-centered design thinking, even without years of professional history behind them.
Which companies hire entry level industrial designers?
Companies hiring entry level industrial designers right now include CYVL, Apple, and Garmin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring covers consumer product brands, manufacturing firms, consultancies, and in-house design teams at technology and retail companies, many of which actively recruit new graduates and junior designers to grow their teams.
Are there remote entry level industrial designer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of prototyping and physical product work. About 40% of entry level industrial designer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so there are flexible options worth targeting if you search with that filter applied.
Are these new grad industrial designer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior industrial designer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic project work in place of full-time history, or asks for a portfolio rather than a long professional resume. Searching for new grad or junior in the role field will surface the most entry-accessible openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level industrial designers?
Entry Level industrial designer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Science & Research, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they rely on a continuous pipeline of design talent to develop new products, refresh existing lines, and support innovation teams that regularly bring on junior designers.