Manufacturing Design Intern (Spring/Summer 2026)
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This internship offers substantial exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing processes with a reputable 3D printing firm. The competitive compensation combined with valuable skill development makes it highly attractive.
- Competitive internship stipend: $2,900 - $3,300 bi-weekly.
- Real involvement in the 3D printing revolution.
- Significant opportunity for skill enhancement in a dynamic work environment.
- Limited flexibility due to onsite requirement.
Pros
- Strong compensation range ($2,900 - $3,300 bi-weekly) for an internship.
- Exposure to cross-functional teams and advanced 3D printing technologies.
- Hands-on project management experience in manufacturing.
Cons
- No housing or relocation assistance.
- High competitiveness due to the desirability of the company.
- Full-time in-office commitment may limit flexibility.
Who it's for
Internship/Entry-level • Onsite
Good fit
- Engineering students passionate about manufacturing.
- Tech-savvy individuals with problem-solving skills.
- Those who enjoy hands-on, project-based work.
Not recommended for
- Non-technical candidates or those lacking CAD skills.
- Individuals looking for fully remote opportunities.
- Candidates averse to working independently on projects.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Internships at Formlabs give students the opportunity to create, build, solve, and discover in every area of our business. Come build your career and build the future of 3D printing. Internship perks include social events, networking opportunities, access to our fully-stocked kitchens and onsite lunches, and unlimited 3D printing!
Our passion is designing and building powerful 3D printing tools. Our manufacturing team is responsible for research and development of the manufacturing processes for all of Formlabs products. They work cross functionally with mechanical design, electrical, software and materials teams, in addition to an international network of factories and specialized suppliers.
If you’re excited to own independent internship projects within the manufacturing team, we want you as a Manufacturing Design Intern.
Internship Term: January 12 - June
Commitment: Full-time
Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA
Application Requirements: A portfolio of your previous engineering work/projects is required. View our Portfolio FAQ here!
The Job:
- Support end-to-end test and calibration equipment development including fixture design, fabrication, qualification, inventory / asset management, and preventive maintenance plans.
- Project manage manufacturing builds, both in-house and at overseas vendors, and own technical troubleshooting of manufacturing line issues
- Co-develop methods, processes, procedures, and work instructions to support building our next generation products.
You:
- Have working proficiency with CAD (e.g. Onshape, Solidworks, Fusion etc.) and 2D drawing creation
- Skilled at debugging, testing, and identifying the root causes of electromechanical problems
- Hands-on, self-motivated, and love to work on hardware
- Organized, meticulous, and detail-oriented
- Independent, self-starter with strong communication skills
- Experience with statistical analysis and data visualization tools (SQL, Tableau, JMP, Minitab, etc)
- Experience with Python
Nice to Have:
- Have a desire to understand system level interactions of complex electro-mechanical products.
- Understanding of GD&T principles to define and evaluate part quality
Intern Benefits & Perks:
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Catered on-site lunches (3x per week), snacks, beverages, & treats
- Cohort-based social and professional development experience for interns
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
Compensation:
Interns at Formlabs are paid on a bi-weekly pay schedule. The pay range for this role is between $2,900 and $3,300 per bi-weekly pay period, and your pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location and expected impact on the organization. This is a salaried role, so you will always be paid based on the assumed 40 hours per week as a full-time intern. This position does not offer housing or relocation assistance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.
