Sculpting Intern

Polaris Inc.•Medina, MN

1d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Sculpting Intern at Polaris Inc., you will contribute to the creative development of future powersports vehicles in a collaborative design studio. You will work alongside designers, digital modelers, clay sculptors, and engineers, gaining hands-on experience in digital and clay sculpting as you help turn concept sketches and design themes into digital and physical models. The role involves developing sketch models, concept models, and production-representative surfaces that communicate design intent while accounting for engineering and manufacturing requirements. You will support model development, prepare for design reviews and stakeholder evaluations, present work in reviews, incorporate feedback, and assist with studio organization and related sculpting activities. The position is onsite and requires 40 hours per week during the internship period.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), bachelor's, or master's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, Model Design, Clay Sculpting, Digital Modeling, Digital Sculpting, or Fine Arts.
Submit a curated portfolio demonstrating clay sculpting and digital modeling capabilities, three-dimensional form development, craftsmanship, and design problem-solving. Portfolio submissions are accepted only in PDF format.
Demonstrate understanding of design principles, surface development, proportion, and three-dimensional form creation.
Experience with digital modeling software such as Alias, Blender, Gravity Sketch, Maya, Rhino, Fusion, NX, or similar 3D modeling tools.
Strong interest in vehicle and industrial design, with a passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and model-making.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a professional design studio environment.
Able to work onsite and full-time (40 hours per week) during the internship period.
Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Former employees must be eligible for rehire; current employees must be in good standing.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with digital modelers, clay sculptors, and designers to interpret concept sketches and translate them into digital and physical models that communicate future vehicle themes and design direction.
Use digital and clay sculpting techniques to develop sketch models, concept models, and production-representative surfaces that reflect design intent while considering engineering and manufacturing requirements.
Support studio model development by ensuring accuracy, craftsmanship, and timely delivery for design reviews, stakeholder evaluations, and program milestones.
Participate in design reviews, present work progress, and incorporate feedback to refine digital and physical models.
Assist with model preparation, studio organization, and other sculpting-related activities that support the vehicle development process.