Intern, Industrial Design

Description

Intern, Industrial Design

*This is an internship/co-op for the summer 2025 semester (May-August). Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy and is named Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary:
Industrial Design Intern will assist in solving design problems and effectively communicate design ideas. This position is intended for students who are currently enrolled in an accredited university level Industrial Design program. Industrial Design Co-ops will work within the ID Team, as part of a larger collaborative R&D department.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
*Assist ID Team in compiling research data.
*Gather reference materials to assist ID Team in research efforts.
*Conduct Ergonomic studies as per ID Team guidance.
*Fit and test rapid prototyped parts.
*Incorporate product management specifications into concepts.
*Maintain SIG ID standards with respect to color specification, texture specification and innovation management.
*Conceptualization and development of specific products with guidance from senior designers and ID team lead.
*Help shape design direction for assigned projects that reinforce brand values and advance product performance.
*Collaborate with cross functional teams and suppliers to ensure successful, on-time commercialization of industry leading product.
*Engages in and actively volunteers for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
*Participates in and sustains 5S
*Must follow all required ISO procedures, comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements, and adhere to SIG *SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
*Must be able to travel
*Miscellaneous duties as

Education, Experience, and Required Skills:
*Current industrial design student.
*Experience in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
*Firearms and outdoor enthusiast are positive qualities, but not necessary.
*Developing proficiency in the use of 2D design software.
*Developing proficiency with surface modeling in SolidWorks.
*Ability to take direction with a short learning curve and meet deadlines.
*Attention to details, excellent research, and problem-solving skills.
*Evolving knowledge of design in multiple disciplines.
*Portfolio that demonstrates evolving design communication skills
*Experience using and maintaining firearms is preferred.
*Equivalent combination of education and experience may be

Working Conditions:
Able to lift up to 25
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)