Hands-on Industrial Design Intern: 3D Modeling & Prototyping

Twelve NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Brooklyn office three days a week

Hands-on internship experience

Job summary

Twelve Inc. in Brooklyn is seeking a hands-on Industrial Design Intern who loves turning ideas into physical products. You’ll support our design team with research, concepting, 3D modeling, and prototyping for merchandise and packaging across beauty and retail brands.

Experience with 3D modeling and operating 3D printers is mandatory. You should be comfortable building models, preparing files for printing, and using physical prototypes to test and improve your designs.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an Industrial Design, Product Design, or related program.
• Hands-on 3D modeling experience in SolidWorks or Fusion 360.
• Hands-on 3D printing experience, including file preparation and basic troubleshooting.
• A portfolio showing your design process, modeling, and physical prototypes.
• Strong attention to detail and curiosity about materials and construction.

Responsibilities

• Support concept development through research, mood boards, sketches, and design exploration.
• Create and refine 3D CAD models for merchandise, packaging, and product components in SolidWorks or Fusion 360.
• Prepare print-ready files, operate 3D printers, and troubleshoot printing issues.
• Build, finish, and evaluate prototypes to assess scale, fit, function, and appearance.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to explore materials and manufacturing methods.
• Incorporate feedback quickly and keep project files organized.

Skills

3D modeling

3D printing

attention to detail

portfolio

Education

Industrial Design program enrollment or recent graduate

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

3D printer operation

Job description

Twelve Inc. in Brooklyn is seeking a hands-on Industrial Design Intern who loves turning ideas into physical products. You’ll support our design team with research, concepting, 3D modeling, and prototyping for merchandise and packaging across beauty and retail brands.

Experience with 3D modeling and operating 3D printers is mandatory. You should be comfortable building models, preparing files for printing, and using physical prototypes to test and improve your designs.