Engineering Intern - Educational Toy Development

About the Role

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Engineering Intern - Educational Toy Development to join Upper Story LLC. This internship is designed for motivated individuals who are passionate about creating engaging toys that make abstract concepts tangible. As an intern, you will dive into engineering from day one, working alongside our full-time engineers on innovative toy development projects.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the research, design, and development of educational toys, participating in all stages from conception to design.
• Carry out rapid prototyping, testing, sourcing, production, and quality control.
• Fabricate rapid prototypes using 3D printing, resin printing, CNC milling, and laser cutting technologies.
• Conceive solutions to engineering challenges through basic research and brainstorming.
• Collaborate with the team to develop packaging design and presentation for our products.

Requirements

• Solid CAD design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere).
• Experience with rapid prototyping technologies, especially 3D printing and resin printing.
• Effective problem-solving skills and a hands-on mentality to tackle challenges.
• Energetic, passionate, and self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice to Have

• Enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, or Product Design and Development.
• Participation in creative engineering outlets such as robotics teams or coding clubs.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $20-$30 per hour.
• Relocation assistance to help you settle in your new role.
• Paid Time Off to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Opportunity to work on exciting projects that make a difference in education.