Product Development Engineer (Workplace) Intern

MillerKnoll Summer Internship Program is a paid opportunity that allows you to gain real-world experience and cultivate your professional skills. Besides the work you'll do within your field of study, you'll participate in one-on-one meetings with mentors, a summer-long project, learning sessions with senior leaders, and much more.

Job Title: Product Development Engineer (Workplace) Intern

Location: Design Yard, Holland
Department: Workplace Product Development Engineering
Duration: May 2026 - August 2026
Schedule: Full Time

Why join us?
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

About this opportunity

MillerKnoll's Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their careers. Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Development Engineering Intern to join our team. You will focus on the design and development of new workplace products such as office infrastructure, desking systems, power distribution, and health care.

What You'll Do
You'll have opportunities to speak up, solve problems, influence others, and be an owner every day as you...

• Assist in the design and prototyping of new products and components.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to support product innovation.
• Perform testing and validation of prototypes and existing products.
• Analyze data and prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Support engineering team in CAD modeling, simulations, and design reviews.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and marketing teams to ensure product feasibility and alignment.
• Contribute to research efforts exploring new methodologies and innovative approaches

What You Bring
The needed skills and experience for this role include...

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo).
• Basic understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and product lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for innovation and eagerness to learn.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• You must have a GPA of at least 3.0 (overall or within your program) to qualify for consideration in the Intern Program

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the US and will not require sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or withoutaccommodations

What We Offer

• Practical experience in product development from concept to launch.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and designers.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.
• Networking and career development support.
• Opportunity to develop technical and analytical skills
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.