Mercury Marine: Industrial Design Intern

Brunswick; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI, offers an Industrial Design Intern position that supports concept to production work within the ID team. You will generate ideas for marine propulsion systems and graphics, collaborating with Engineering and Product Integration to ensure feasibility and usability.

This onsite student program emphasizes hands-on learning, weekly critiques, and exposure to propulsion and marine controls projects. Full-time hours apply May–August 2027.

Qualifications

• Demonstrating knowledge of design industry modeling-rendering software- Keyshot/Alias/Vizcom
• Observation/documentation skills of competitive trends in design segments/ industries
• Graphic design knowledge using Illustrator for vector art development, typeface design

Responsibilities

• Create concepts both in 2D and 3D to convey ideas/design intent
• Has the ability to create both conceptual designs and learn processes for production design on both physical hardware and graphics related projects
• Works alongside cross functionally regularly with other designers within the ID team in addition to Engineering staff members
• Is involved in weekly design critiques on active projects
• Rapid visualization using both physical and digital tools
• Creation of Color, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) concepts/proposals
• Assists design team with various assignments on propulsion systems, product graphics and controls projects

Skills

Modeling Rendering

Competitive Analysis

Tools

Keyshot

Alias

Vizcom

Illustrator

Job description

Industrial Design Intern – Mercury Marine, Fond Du Lac, WI

• Location: Fond du Lac, WI – Plant 12
• Workplace Category: (Onsite)
• Travel Required: No
• Direct Reports: No
• Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Relocation: Yes

Position Overview

As part of the Industrial Design team at Mercury as a design intern, you will be engaged in both conceptual and production work that enables the best designs for Mercury’s marine-specific products. This role supports Industrial Design, and interfaces with Engineering and Product Integration team members . In your daily work you will be supporting Mercury Marine’s premium brand and performance expectations. This role will require you to utilize your design skills to generate ideas and concepts, while respecting project requirements and research data to enable these ideas to be usable for marine propulsion systems, marine controls, and associated components. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions

• Create concepts both in 2D and 3D to convey ideas/design intent
• Has the ability to create both conceptual designs and learn processes for production design on both physical hardware and graphics related projects
• Works alongside cross functionally regularly with other designers within the ID team in addition to Engineering staff members
• Is involved in weekly design critiques on active projects
• Rapid visualization using both physical and digital tools
• Creation of Color, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) concepts/proposals
• Assists design team with various assignments on propulsion systems, product graphics and controls projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrating knowledge of design industry modeling-rendering software- Keyshot/Alias/Vizcom
• Observation/documentation skills of competitive trends in design segments/ industries
• Graphic design knowledge using Illustrator for vector art development, typeface design

Working Conditions

Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.

Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week.

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

The pay range for this position is $18.00–27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) during the months May through August of 2027.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury Marine

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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