Eyewear Designer - Intern Summer 2025

Requisition ID:874050

Position:Seasonal/Temporary

Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

Oakley, Inc. is a sport and lifestyle brand, driven to ignite the imagination through the fusion of art and science. Building on its legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, the company manufactures and distributes high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories.

The essence of the brand is communicated through hundreds of professional and amateur athletes who depend on Oakley products to provide them with the very best while they redefine what is physically possible.

Oakley is part of Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Our wholesale network covers more than 150 countries and our retail presence consists of over 9,100 retail stores across the globe.

In North America, our wholesale business is the home to other global brands like Ray-Ban and many of the top fashion house brands. Our leading retail brands include; LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Pearle Vision, and Target Optical. We are also home to EyeMed, the fastest growing vision care company in the United States.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Eyewear Designer Intern uses design education and intuition to help support and collaborate with the Design team to design and develop innovative products.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with a team to design and develop innovative products, including eyewear, helmets, electronics, and accessories, in line with the brand's unique and innovative vision.
• Contribute to the evolution of market-leading products from concept and development through production.
• Translate concepts and ideas from brainstorming and strategy sessions into tangible designs with shape, form, and alternative solutions.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of finish in all aspects of design.
• Stay informed of current market dynamics and fashion trends to ensure relevance and innovation in designs.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design or a related field.
• Proficiency in SubD software; experience with Alias, Rhino, Blender, and/or Gravity Sketch preferred.
• Ability to create clear sketches that effectively communicate design intent and form development, suitable for use in model building (both manual and CAD).
• Strong communication skills, both visually and verbally, to articulate design concepts and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or work experience in similar roles or within comparable business units.
• Basic understanding of Oakley's consumer demographics and preferences.

Pay Range: $27/hr - Undergraduate. $35/hr - Graduate.

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.