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Position Title: Design Intern

Department: Design

Reports to: Head of Design

Employment type: Intern, Non-exempt

Office location: Framingham, MA

About 52Launch

52 Launch is a full-service design and technology firm that takes unique product ideas from concept to market. We partner with entrepreneurs and growing businesses to handle every step: industrial design, sourcing, manufacturing, branding, and marketing; all integrated, all in-house. Our clients come to us because they are ready to execute, and they stay because we deliver. If you're looking for project-based work where the results are tangible, the people are sharp, and no two projects look the same, you'll find it here.

Position Description

We are a team of builders, strategists, and creatives who hold ourselves to an exceptionally high standard because our clients depend on us to get it right. We are seeking a highly organized, creative, and proactive intern to join the 52Launch Design team on a temporary basis. The ideal candidate is passionate about leveraging problem solving skills to bring unique product ideas to life. This individual will play a key role in the initial stages of design and development across a wide range of categories of projects.

Responsibilities

• Concept Development: design research, ideation sketching, and finished renderings based on the project brief to support the Design
• Team Presentation Coordination: compile sketches, media, and other resources into ready-to-go client facing presentations
• Prototyping: utilize prototyping skills to build proof of concepts, works-like, or looks-like models
• Material Acquisitions: brainstorm and acquire proper materials necessary for project and product development
• 3D CAD: assist in building 3D CAD models (SolidWorks or Rhino) for visual evaluation and 3D printing
• Additional responsibilities:
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams (sales, creative, and product)
  • This job description is not intended to cover every requirement of the job
  • The company reserves the right to change job duties at any time.

What success looks like in the first 3-6 months (or moving forward)

• AI-forward approach to work
• Well-organized - attention to detail in consistently naming and storing working files
• Consistent and timely delivery to project deadlines
• Efficient communication with internal team

Qualifications & Experience (required)

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design. Note: You must be eligible to work 40 hours a week for the duration of the internship.
• Online or PDF portfolio
• Proficiency in 2D design tools: Sketchbook Pro, Vizcom, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering software (SolidWorks/Rhino and KeyShot).
• Strong understanding of the Design Process
• Strong sketching and visual communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and take constructive critique

Qualifications & Experience (preferred)

• Familiarity with designing within manufacturing constraints
• Experience prototyping and using hand or power tools
• Presentation skills

Please apply online.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited agency submissions for this role.

52Launch is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Compensation & Benefits

52Launch offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to reflect the talent, skill, and ownership this role demands. In accordance with Massachusetts law, the hourly rate for this position is disclosed below.

Salary Range:$15/hour (non-exempt)

Benefits:

• Growth opportunities within an expanding organization
• Other perks: company socials, lots of 52Launch apparel, dogs allowed in office, and more!