Exterior Design Internship

About the Zeekr brand
Zeekr is Geely’s luxury EV brand and is committed to being a user-driven tech company. We create new ecosystems focused on innovation with users at the centre of operations.

We have a chance to define the values of the Zeekr brand first of all, and there are two statements that are important for its future: one is being human centric, and the other is about being technology driven. Both of these ideologies are pushing the design philosophy forward."- Stefan Sielaff, VP of Global Design, Geely Auto Group, Head of Zeekr Design & Head of Geely Design Center Gothenburg in Car Design News on Dec 12, 2022

About the team
We are a fast-growing team of both creative and management professionals with the task of delivering exciting global products suitable for volume production and innovative concepts. In an inspiring studio environment, we build and maintain a top-class design team of multiple nationalities. With best in class processes and tools we challenge pre-conceptions and deliver premium car design.

The benefits of working with us
We combine the speed and flexibility of a start-up with the knowledge and support of a global player. In our vibrant and creative teams, everyone has the chance to be heard. We strive for well-being, self-expression and conscious design. At Zeekr we are one big family and combine the best of both worlds!

Your new workplace
Welcome to Geely Design Center Gothenburg, the new multi-brand studio from Geely Auto Group, dedicated to supporting the design efforts for the premium high-tech electric brand Zeekr. This remarkable design house is spearheaded by automotive design veteran, Stefan Sielaff, who oversees more than 500 design talents from all over the world in shaping tomorrow's cars.

Your future role as an intern at the Zeekr Exterior Design Team
The exterior of a car is like the logo for the brand" - Jon Rådbrink, Head of Zeekr Exterior Design. As part of our Exterior Design Team, you will create the new visual identity of Zeekr's mobility portfolio. Depending on your interest and aim of your internship, the role will be formed with a wide selection of various tasks and responsibilities, including:

- market & trend research for future vehicle types & mobility solutions
- develop design proposals ranging from broad design themes for the entire car all the way to component-level design.
- 2D & 3D design visualisation
- design, test and iterate concepts within the virtual reality world

What we are looking for

- background in design studies

- strong 2D & 3D visualisation skills

- an eye for details

- creative mindset & curiosity

- speak your mind and showcase what you believe in

- sense of eagerness to learn and explore unknown territories

- ability to tell passionate stories through emotional design

- Blender & VR modelling skills are a plus

Start: From the 1st of April 2023 (or as soon as possible)
Period: preferably 6 months

Where to apply
Please fill out the application form and upload your portfolio as a PDF (max 10MB) in the section below. (For online portfolios or websites use the question section and paste the link in the text box)

We look forward to receiving your application!

For more information please contact:

Robin Wöhr, Design Talent & Relationship Liaison, +46 76 127 15 91, for questions regarding the position & recruitment process

Last Application date: 17th of February 2023. Apply today. We will perform ongoing selection during the and the job post will be open until the position is filled. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note that due to GDPR regulations we can only accept applications and CVs sent through the recruitment system, not via email or other channels.

The corporate language is English