To attract candidates who best match your needs, we recommend following these good practices when drafting your job posting.

 

1. Choose a clear and specific title

 

Avoid generic titles such as “Intern” or “Company Internship.” Use explicit and technical formulations instead, for example:

• “Mechanical Design Internship – Automotive Sector”
• “Junior Product Designer – Concept Development and Prototyping”

The title should immediately convey the technical area and type of activity involved.

 

2. Write a concise but engaging introduction

 

The first few lines are crucial to capture attention. In 2–3 sentences:

• explain who you are and the sector you work in
• indicate what kind of candidate you are looking for

Example:
“We are an architecture firm integrating digital technologies and sustainability into our design processes. We are looking for a curious and proactive intern eager to explore BIM tools and parametric modelling.”

Use a clear and engaging tone, avoiding overly commercial language.

 

3. Describe the role clearly

 

Technical students appreciate precision regarding tasks, for example:

• “Support in 3D modelling and preparation of executive drawings.”
• “Contribution to product concept definition and mock-up creation.”

Always specify tools and software used (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, Rhino…).
Avoid vague descriptions such as “support to company activities.”

 

4. Highlight the learning opportunities

 

Beyond the tasks, indicate which skills will be developed:

• “You will develop competencies in sustainable design and BIM management.”
• “You will learn the phases of the industrial design process, from concept to prototype.”

This increases the attractiveness of the offer, even when the internship is short or unpaid.

 

5. Specify duration, location and working arrangements

 

Always clearly indicate:

• duration of the internship or contract
• working hours (full-time, part-time)
• working arrangement (on-site, hybrid, remote)
• whether it is a curricular internship
• any possibility of continuation or hiring

 

6. Provide context about the project

 

Students are motivated by concrete projects. You can add a sentence such as:
“The internship is part of a project to develop a new line of modular furniture for public spaces.”

This helps give meaning and visibility to the intern’s contribution.

 

7. Use an appropriate tone, clear language and promote inclusiveness

 

• Use technical but accessible language, avoiding excessive jargon or acronyms.
• Address the candidate directly (“you will participate”, “you will learn”) to make the posting more engaging.
• Avoid generic clichés such as “young and dynamic environment” unless supported by concrete examples.

To promote equal opportunities, use neutral and inclusive language:

• Do not reference gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, disability, or marital status.
• List only the requirements truly necessary for the role.
• Avoid associating certain jobs with a specific gender.