Industrial Design Co Op

Industrial Design Co-opDesign the products people use every day.Are you a creative problem-solver who loves turning ideas into tangible products? As an Industrial Design Co-op, you'll work alongside experienced designers, engineers, marketers, and sales professionals to help bring new product and packaging concepts to life. From sketching and 3D modeling to prototyping and presenting concepts, you'll gain hands-on experience throughout the entire product development process.We're looking for someone who is curious, eager to learn, and excited to grow as a designer. If you enjoy tackling challenges, exploring new ideas, and receiving feedback that helps you improve, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.What You'll DoCreate sketches, renderings, physical mockups, and 3D models that communicate innovative product and packaging concepts.Support product development projects through concept generation, design exploration, and creative problem-solving.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales to develop compelling consumer solutions.Help transform customer and market insights into new product and packaging ideas.Assist in developing prototypes and work with the team to bring concepts to completion.Create 3D CAD models for product improvements and prototype tooling projects.Participate in brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and product ideation workshops.Design and produce 3D-printed models for concept evaluations and presentations.Build visually engaging product pitch decks and presentation materials.Present concepts and design recommendations to internal stakeholders and external audiences.Document project progress, findings, and outcomes through written reports and presentations.What You'll GainReal-world experience across the full product development lifecycle.Exposure to consumer product and packaging design.Hands-on experience with ideation, CAD modeling, prototyping, and 3D printing.Opportunities to present your work and contribute to projects that make an impact.Mentorship from experienced Industrial and Product Designers.A collaborative environment where your ideas are welcomed and your creativity can thrive.We're Looking For Someone WhoIs passionate about product design and innovation.Enjoys sketching, prototyping, and bringing ideas to life.Has strong curiosity and a willingness to learn.Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.Communicates ideas clearly through visuals, presentations, and discussions.Is eager to develop their design skills through hands-on experience and constructive feedback.If you're ready to build, create, and innovate while gaining valuable industry experience, we'd love to hear from you. ðððOverview: 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 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.