Experiential Design Intern - Winter/Spring 2027 (On-Site)

Location: New York, New York Department: Internship

Who are we?

MATTE is a 360° full-service creative studio at the convergence of hype, storytelling and design. We bring people together to inspire new ways of engaging, to provoke long term progress, and to entertain audiences around the world, while helping forward-thinking brands and institutions nimbly and truly do the same. Our studio capabilities range from strategic ideation and insights, creative development, branding and identity, experiential, web design and development, campaigns and content creation, all the way through full-scale production and execution.

About this role

The Experiential Design Intern will support MATTE’s Experiential Design and Production teams in bringing creative concepts to life through immersive spaces and in-person experiences. Working closely with our Experiential Designers and Creative Director, the intern will gain hands-on experience in spatial design, visualization, and the technical development of environments for events and activations.

Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities

Support the development of 2D drawings, 3D models, and renderings that communicate experiential concepts and spatial layouts.

Assist with presentations, project boards, and mockups for internal and client reviews.

Contribute to visual, material, and fabrication research to inform design concepts and execution.

Learn how creative concepts translate into technical drawings and production-ready designs.

Help explore solutions to spatial, technical, and design challenges with guidance from the team.

Support project preparation and organization, including design files, reference materials, and production assets.

Collaborate with designers and producers to understand how experiential projects move from concept through installation.

Requirements

Foundational understanding of spatial design, scale, and drafting, including basic hand-drawing and CAD skills.

Basic proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Interest in experiential design, architecture, installations, or immersive environments.

Willingness to learn, collaborate, and incorporate feedback.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with Vectorworks.

Experience with 3D modeling or rendering tools.

About the Internship

Get a closer look at life inside MATTE, a creative studio working across culture, brands, and experiences. Our internship program offers opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, contribute to creative projects, and build skills that support your career goals.

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on learning in a collaborative creative environment.

Guidance and feedback from industry professionals.

Exposure to the creative process, from initial ideas through execution.

Opportunities to build your professional network and explore career paths.

Academic credit, subject to your school’s requirements and approval.

Program Details & Requirements

Must be enrolled in a university undergraduate or master’s program.

Must be available for a minimum of 16 hours per week, working two days on-site at our New York City offices.

Must be available for the full program, from February 3 through May 12, 2027. All internships begin February 3, 2027.

This is an unpaid internship that may qualify for academic credit. Interns are not eligible for employee benefits.

Everyone is welcome at MATTE - we’re passionate about building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and creating an environment where our differences are celebrated. MATTE provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MATTE will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.