Tool Design Technician Intern — Hands-on Die & Toolmaking

Victory Tool; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on learning

Competitive pay

Outstanding benefits

Job summary

Victory Tool in Minnesota is offering a Tool Designer Intern position on-site for students or recent graduates. You will assist with estimating and designing metal stamping dies, learning practical design and manufacturing principles, and working with experienced designers and toolmakers.

The role targets candidates with a 2-year technical background in Mechanical Design, CAD Drafting, Tool Design, or related fields. A hands-on, career-building internship awaits.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a 2-year Associate Degree (AAS) or technical diploma program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in how things work.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred, but other 3D CAD welcome).
• Manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or toolroom experience is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn from experienced designers and toolmakers.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team.
• Positive attitude and curiosity to build a long-term career in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Train in designing metal stamping dies using CAD software.
• Create and update detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies.
• Support senior designers with tooling concepts, revisions, and documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and project meetings.
• Work closely with toolmakers to understand manufacture and assembly processes.
• Learn metal stamping processes, die construction, and best design practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting and design improvements.
• Help maintain engineering documentation and project records.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CAD experience

SolidWorks

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

2-year Associate Degree or technical diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD software

Job description

Victory Tool in Minnesota is offering a Tool Designer Intern position on-site for students or recent graduates. You will assist with estimating and designing metal stamping dies, learning practical design and manufacturing principles, and working with experienced designers and toolmakers.

The role targets candidates with a 2-year technical background in Mechanical Design, CAD Drafting, Tool Design, or related fields. A hands-on, career-building internship awaits.