Intern - Manufacturing Engineer (Materials)
About The Position
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care. The Stratasys Summer Internship Program is a 12-week paid experience from May to August that lets you make an impact from day one. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience on real, high-impact projects—contributing to key initiatives or even leading your own, depending on your skills and initiative. The Manufacturing Engineer Internship offers an exciting opportunity to jump-start your career at Stratasys! This hands-on role will immerse you in various areas of additive manufacturing, where you'll gain valuable experience working with cutting-edge technologies. The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will join our team and contribute to the compounding process instructions and compounding bill of materials upgrades. This internship offers hands-on experience in manufacturing process design, optimization, and implementation within a high-tech environment. You’ll also get hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting material extrusion processes, working with advanced equipment and learning how to solve complex challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Must have completed at least two years of college (entering Junior or Senior year by Spring 2026)
- Ability to independently organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to resolve technical issues while maintaining positive relationships
- Creative, with a strong desire to deepen your understanding
- Self-motivated, able to work effectively on projects with minimal supervision
- Open to constructive feedback
- Local to Minnesota or able to relocate without assistance to the Eden Prairie & Minnetonka, MN area
Nice To Haves
- 3D CAD education or experience (SolidWorks preferred)
- 3D printing experience
- Preferred Major(s): Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and production teams
- Analyze current workflows and identify opportunities for process improvements
- Assist in creating detailed work instructions, process documentation, and fixturing
- Process layout design and material flow optimization
- Integration of tools, fixtures, and ergonomic considerations
- The opportunity to design and print your own 3D files!
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
