Industrial Design Intern

 

Are you passionate about creating innovative, user-centered product designs? We are looking for a motivated and creative Industrial Design Engineering Co-op to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Industrial Design to gain hands-on experience working alongside engineers, designers, and product managers. You'll play an integral role in shaping the design process through user research, ideation, 3D modeling, prototyping, and collaboration. Your ideas will help bring products to life!

Who We Are…

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers. We give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. Join us, and let’s raise a cup to good times!

Why Dart Container:

• One on One Mentor
• Hands on Experience with Live Projects
• Lunch and Learns
• Opportunity to Travel
• Onsite Fitness Center

What You Will Do:

• Conducting user research: Assisting with or leading user interviews, surveys, and other research methods to understand user needs and preferences.
• Brainstorming and ideation: Participating in brainstorming sessions to generate new product concepts and features.
• Sketching and concept development: Creating initial sketches and renderings to visualize design ideas.
• 3D modeling and prototyping: Developing 3D models and prototypes using CAD software and other tools.
• Material selection and manufacturing considerations: Researching and recommending appropriate materials and manufacturing processes.
• Collaboration: Working closely with engineers, marketers, and other team members to ensure design feasibility and alignment with product goals.
• Design refinement: Iterating on designs based on feedback and testing.
• Presentation: Presenting design concepts and prototypes to internal teams and clients.
• Market research: Staying up to date on industry trends and competitor products.
• Documentation: Maintaining design documentation and specifications.

What You Will Bring:

• Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status at an accredited college or university and working towards a bachelor’s degree in industrial design
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Strong verbal communication skills in order to clearly explain options and solutions to end-users
• Strong written communication skills demonstrating the ability to prepare outlines, reports, letters, and any other supplemental materials in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to identify issues, compare data, and investigate discrepancies
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Able to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate
• Ability to effectively manage and execute multiple tasks, projects and priorities
• Ability to collaborate with team members

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at [email protected] for assistance.