Intern, Sustainable Design

EVgo is seeking a Sustainable Design Intern to assist their design engineering team in El Segundo, CA. The intern will focus on developing sustainable materials and aesthetics for next-generation EV charging equipment. Responsibilities include exploring design inspiration, sourcing materials, and establishing a materials library. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Industrial or Product Design and possess strong sketching skills. This is a 10-week, 40 hours per week internship.
About EVgo:
EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is a leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, building and operating one of the largest public fast charging networks in the United States. With over 1,000 fast charging locations across more than 35 states, EVgo serves more than 1 million customer accounts. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo partners with automakers, fleet and rideshare operators, retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, and gas stations, and policy leaders, and other organizations. The company also provides unique service offerings for drivers and partners such as EVgo Optima™, EVgo Inside™, EVgo Rewards™, and Autocharge+. EVgo is committed to protecting our environment by making it easy for drivers to go electric and fostering an inclusive culture for all. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is integral to our vision of ‘Electric for All.’ For more information, visit our website.

Intern Position Summary:

EVgo is looking for a Sustainable Design Intern to support the design engineering team developing our next generation EV charging equipment. We are seeking an intern who is passionate about sustainable design and materials selection. The ideal candidate will have strong sketching and presentation skills and will seek unique sources of inspiration to generate and share ideas for us to continue to push the envelope in this space. This role will be on-site at our new headquarters in El Segundo, CA where the intern will help us establish EVgo’s design studio and materials library.

This internship will be 10-weeks, 40-hours per week.

Responsibilities:
• Support the EVgo design team as we envision the physical identity of our next generation EV charging equipment
• Help establish definition of the color, material, and finish (CMF) of the EV charger with particular focus on sustainability and renewability
• Take initiative to explore unique sources of inspiration
• Work with suppliers to source material samples for a material library in our new design studio at our new headquarters in El Segundo, CA
• Assess material selection in terms of sustainability, manufacturability, and design aesthetics

Required Skills and Experience:
• Pursuing BS, BA, or MA in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field
• Portfolio with demonstrated strong sketching and/or rendering skills to communicate design ideas
• Passion for protecting the climate through sustainable design

Desired Qualifications:
• Completed at least 3 semesters of relevant coursework
• Understanding of manufacturing methods and feasibility
• Knowledge of color theory and color selection
• Experience considering functional constraints when selecting materials for a product or industrial application

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 - $33.00 USD. The hourly rate may vary depending on job-related factors, including education, knowledge, skills, and experience.