Design Innovation Engineer Intern

Internship: Design Innovation Engineer at the Thales Innovation Hub (R&T&I)

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we're driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we're shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.

With 80,000 employees in 68 countries, Thales plays a key role in keeping the public safe and secure, guarding vital infrastructure and protecting national security interests. Thales has been recognized for the fourth time as one of the world's top 100 innovators.

As an intern, you will:

• Support innovation projects in the domains of Aerospace, Space, Defence, Transportation & Security, working on Smart City initiatives such as Smart sensors & Video Analytics, Unmanned Underwater Vehicles, new Space solutions and In-flight Entertainment and Connectivity projects.
• Apply Design Thinking (User-Centered Innovation) methodology to innovate with customers/users on complex systems design and development.
• Be an integral part of the Marketing and Innovation team at Thales and working with Thales customers.
• Meet, learn from and interact with many domain experts who come from different backgrounds and expertise.
• Opportunities to engage to Thales customers and partners.
• Experience real working environment in multi-cultural teams, working with colleagues mainly in Europe and Australia.
• Research and analyze market data and technology trends.
• Understand how the corporate and technical departments of a company compliment and support one another.

Specifically, you will be involved in the following activities:

• Assist to prepare for Design Thinking workshops in various engineering domains under guidance of Thales domain experts.
• A. prepare Inspiration Boards or Concept mapping based on research. B. prepare physical mock-ups (prototypes) to be used during sessions to engage users.
• Build digital prototypes across multiple domains.
• Apply design thinking techniques to co-design with customers/users.
• Participate in Design Innovation workshops with customers/users.
• Create/produce videos, infographics to help the target audience understand Thales' products/solutions.
• Build 3D Models of innovative products, when needed.
• Prepare reports for innovation workshops, and produce Synthesis Posters
• Provide technical support in the Innovation Hub
• Opportunity to propose and start new initiatives, to grow our business or products/solutions, to improve the Innovation Hub…etc.
• Provide support in product design: 3D modeling and 3D printing.
• Assist to organize and prepare for product/technology showcases to customers.
• Attend industry events (eg. conferences, product/technology seminars) and gather market intelligence in Singapore.
• Gather business intelligence and data to gain understanding of customer and market needs.
• Research on Thales' competitors and present to the team

The following skills are useful, but not mandatory:

• 3D Prototyping, 3D Printing, Laser cutting.
• Adobe suite, Solidworks, AutoCAD.

Commitment: Able to commit on a full-time basis for ideally 6 months (or a minimum of 5 months) from Dec 2025 or Jan 2026.

At Thales, we're committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you'll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.