Creative Assistants - Fashion Design, Toy Design, Architecture

Role: Creative Assistants - Fashion Design, Toy Design, Architecture 

Location: Los Altos, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

Eligibility: College Freshmen, Sophomores

DesignX is a boutique education company in the heart of Silicon Valley on a mission to unleash creativity in the youngest generation: enabling students ages 7y-15y develop their unique creative voice through high quality enrichment programs in FASHION, TOY, PRODUCT and ARCHITECTURE design. In a world that is becoming increasingly digital and virtual, DesignX is committed to providing a space for tangible experiences that are at the core of our collective human experience. Students learn valuable designing and making  skills, exploring ideas in sustainability, developing an appreciation for form and craftsmanship while making real world physical products. A first-of-its-kind program, DesignX has inspired and empowered over 7,000 kids and teens over the last decade in Silicon Valley, CA. 

DesignX is seeking talented, organized and thoughtful young creatives who can support the Lead Design Instructor in elevating the DesignX learning experience through an engaging classroom environment that leaves students wanting more. The ideal candidate will be an underclassman with interests in one or more of the design fields and who is looking to refine their technical and leadership skills while sharing, supporting and guiding the young learners -- making meaningful impact on the future. They are detail-oriented, love to take initiative and can work both collaboratively and independently. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

● Join a team of 25+ uber creative people, from diverse fields such as Toy Design, Fashion Design, Product Design and Architecture who are passionate about the DesignX mission and align with its values

● Create an open, fun, joyful, inclusive and nurturing environment to influence and inspire over 80 budding enthusiastic creatives in each field. 

● Help execute six collections of age-appropriate products (80+ fashion, toys and architectural models), delivering 10-15 pieces weekly in a fast-paced atelier/studio-like environment

● Learn to lead, mentor and work as a team in the successful completion of each of the collections 

● Develop a tool box of learnings for future roles and responsibilities

WHO YOU ARE:

● You enjoy the unbridled creativity of young minds and believe in the DesignX mission

● You enjoy in-person human connection -- engaging with kids, teens, peers and senior staff

● You enjoy empowering young talent and are invested in the growth of others and yourself

● You have excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills.

● Punctual, dependable and ready for a challenge

● You are upbeat, positive and enthusiastic, with an authentic "can do" attitude.  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

● Summer Program Dates: June 16th - Jul 25th, 2025

● Hours: Full time June 12th-Jul 25th

APPLICATION:

Include Cover Letter, Resume and Portfolio*

*Portfolio maybe a website or a link to photographs of your physical projects.