Overview
Research & Development Industrial Design Placement 2026 at Mondel e9z International. Join to apply for the Research & Development Industrial Design Placement 2026 role at targetjobs UK.
Are you studying towards a Degree in Design: Industrial Design, Product Design, Graphic Design or other related design field? Do you want a taste of the career you could have with Mondelez? Sink your teeth into one of our sweet internships. Our internships are 12 months long (although some roles have the flexibility to be shorter) and during your placement wed be an integral part of our team with real responsibilities from day one. We will help you expand your horizons and encourage your personal and professional development, with ambitious but achievable goals, a mentor, and regular reviews.
Life in Research Development Quality (RDQ): As an intern in R&D, you7ll take ownership of projects, keep the consumer at the heart of our innovation, and may produce technical reports, presentations, and insights for stakeholders. You may work with the broader RDQ community, business functions, and external suppliers, gaining diverse experiences and contributing to a sustainable future. Some roles may require occasional international travel.
Role and Responsibilities
* Support the Design Team and Project Teams across the total creative spectrum.
* Create and articulate new design concepts using design tools (sketching, rendering, 3D CAD, etc.) to bring ideas to life.
* Support the briefing process and collaborate with external design resources to guide design delivery.
* Use multi-fidelity prototyping and visualization tools to bring ideas to life for decision making and consumer studies.
* Support project leaders in development of design ideas and product experiences, gathering and interpreting information from market research and stakeholder assessments.
What We’re Looking For
* Working towards a Degree in Design: Industrial Design, Product Design, Graphic Design or related field, with a predicted end grade of 2:1 (or equivalent).
* Experience with 3D CAD software (Solidworks and Rhino preferred) – desirable but not essential.
* Ability to visualize ideas to a high standard (KeyShot, Adobe Suite, Procreate) and capture ideas by hand.
* Experience or interest in packaging design is desirable.
* Strong written and verbal ability to articulate creative briefs in English.
* Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes is advantageous.
* Creative, consumer-focused mindset to generate innovative design solutions to real problems.
* Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Note: This position does not meet the minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Therefore we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship.
Design Submission
To support your application, please submit a digital one-page document with your CV. This page should showcase your design expertise, including creative thinking, concept development, and relevant abilities.
What You’ll Gain
* Experience working on real-world innovation with international reach.
* Mentoring from Senior Designers.
* Opportunities to present and showcase ideas across the business.
* A collaborative, creative, and consumer-centred culture.
Starting salary: £23,000
Closing date for applications is midday Tuesday 21 October 2025. Final stage assessment center will be held in-person at our Bournville offices on Tuesday 25 November 2025. Reasonable travel expenses will be covered.
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