Eyewear Design Intern

About the Role Ever wonder how a pair of sunglasses gets made… or how a wild idea like pink furry frames becomes actual reality? Maybe you’re curious how in the world a company lets a flamingo named Carl run the place. Well, look no further! goodr is calling all flaminglets — yes, that’s a baby flamingo — for our 2026 Fall Internship Program! At goodr, we show up unabashedly ourselves, own our sh**t, and get things done. And we want our interns to do the same. Join us for a 9‑week adventure from August 31st, 2026 – October 30th, 2026. Did someone say bragging rights? OH YES WE DID. This part‑time (or full‑time if schedule allows), paid internship gives you real‑world experience, flamingo‑level fun, and skills you can take into any future career. Love cool frames? Love design? This internship is your perfect combo! As our Eyewear Design Intern, you’ll be the creative force helping us dream up the next generation of active eyewear. You’ll rotate through our design verticals, getting hands‑on experience with lens tech, frame architecture, and colorway magic—guiding ideas from initial concept all the way to pre‑production. If you’re ready to see designs go from wild sketches to reality and want to leave your mark on the world of fun, functional eyewear, apply below! Responsibilities Gain hands‑on experience in sunglass design while learning how a fast‑paced active eyewear company operates day‑to‑day Rotate through the three verticals of the Innovation and Design team to gain exposure to the full design ecosystem Gain hands‑on experience across the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept and design to pre‑production Develop foundational knowledge in lens technology, frame design, and colorway selection Collaborate with the I&D team to support product innovation and design projects This role is in the Innovation and Design team and will report directly to the Director of Innovation and Design Perform other related duties as assigned Internship Requirements Committed to the full 9‑week internship: August 31st, 2026 - October 30th, 2026 Open to part‑time (up to 30 hours/week) or full‑time (40 hours/week) opportunities, depending on your schedule Available to work fully onsite at our Inglewood, CA office during regular business hours (9am - 5pm). This is a strictly onsite role for both part‑time and full‑time schedules Required to be in the office on Tuesdays (minimum half‑day), regardless of total weekly hours or part‑time flexibility Must reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area for the duration of the internship No college degree or prior experience needed—just a passion for learning and jumping into the flamingo‑filled chaos of goodr About the Ideal Intern Strong passion for developing skills as an eyewear designer Desire to sit at the intersection of the frame and design teams Eager to have input on how the final product appears in the marketplace, including color, packaging, and consumer experience Must thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic company environment Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams Strong communicator who lives into collaboration Driven by personal growth and thrives in an environment of constant feedback Is proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you google a question?) What You Get A role at a company that is going to the moon The opportunity to show up every day and have fun The ability to learn and grow as a person Mentorship from knowledgeable individuals in your potential field of choice A chance to develop professional skills applicable to any career path Hands‑on work with passionate, talented team members Trainings and discussions geared toward advancing your knowledge of company standards and systems Relationships that transcend the duration of the internship Real‑life work experience and work samples to share with future employers Pay Rate: $20/ hour Sunglasses. Obviously. No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr jobr.pro