6 months internship.
In the middle of it all.
Twice a year.

What motivated you to intern at DUMBO?

Even before I visited DUMBO for the first time, I found it interesting that their website had a high standard. For their own work, but also for the projects they are working on. Besides that, what convinced me was the relaxed and friendly atmosphere I experienced during my first visit.

Three important things you learned at DUMBO?

I learned not to go the easy way and justify poor design with »there’s no other way«.

I’ve learned to approach the design of screens very systematically.

The first design doesn’t have to be exactly on product level. It’s a waste of time to keep a work file meticulous.

If you think back, which is one of your favorite memories with the team?

The first Friday was a special day: A completed project was reviewed, giving me an ideal start. I got to know the team better and was fascinated by the stories about DUMBO’s past.

What advice do you have for future interns?

Robert & Felix are usually very busy, so at the beginning I often wasn’t sure if I bothered them when I asked for feedback or had questions. But that’s never the case, always ask.

In your view, what makes DUMBO special?

I find it remarkable that nobody works on projects which will later be secretly swept under the carpet. Everything is optimally designed with love for every detail, and when it can be made better, they try to make it even better. But with all that, a solid, experienced and happy team is very important to Robert & Felix. And in my view, it really pays off.