| Aspect | Prototyping Intern | Product Design Intern |
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| Required Skills | Prototyping, CAD, basic design tools | Design, user research, prototyping |
| Work Environment | Design teams, R&D labs | Design teams, cross-functional teams |
| Industry Usage | Tech, manufacturing, consumer products | Tech, consumer electronics, software |
Prototyping Interns focus primarily on creating physical or digital prototypes to test concepts, often working with CAD or prototyping tools. Product Design Interns have a broader role, including user research, interface design, and overall product development. While both roles involve prototyping skills, Product Design Interns typically engage in a wider range of design activities within product development teams.