Engineering Intern – 3D Printing

Britten, Inc. • Traverse City, MI

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, they have leveraged state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, they build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper. Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio seeks talented individuals to join their team. They have built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch, made possible by individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile. Britten is looking for an Engineering Intern to assist with the prototyping and development of custom components using 3D printing. This role focuses on CAD iteration, printer operation, and hands-on support in a fast-paced shop and R&D environment. The company values include: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, Architecture, Product Design, or related field
• Hands-on experience with FDM 3D printing required
• Proficient in CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Rhino, or similar)
• Basic knowledge of common materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical skills
• Able to work independently in a hands-on environment
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Responsibilities

• Support prototyping of light fixtures and custom parts using 3D printing
• Modify and improve CAD designs for performance and print efficiency
• Operate and monitor multiple 3D printers
• Perform routine maintenance (calibration, nozzle changes, troubleshooting)
• Test materials and document print settings and results
• Assist in creating jigs, fixtures, and fabrication tools
• Keep the print lab and materials organized
• Support general R&D and shop tasks as needed
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees