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 growing Sustaining Engineering team is responsible for product field performance and reliability. User reported issues provide insights into product quality and influence decision making. We analyze data and drive improvements to hardware design, manufacturing process and software. Our team collaborates across many functions and geographic regions to enhance user experience and enhance product quality.
Do you want to leverage problem solving, data analytics, test engineering and design iteration to improve Formlabs products? We want you to join our team as a Sustaining Engineering - Mechanical Engineer Intern.
Internship Term: Fall 2025 (approx. September 8 - December 19)
Commitment: Full-time
Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA
Application Requirements: Portfolio optional, but highly encouraged.
The job:
- Perform hands-on root cause analysis of electro-mechanical subsystems utilizing structured problem solving and test and learn cycles
- Design and implement mechanical product changes to address issues then validate solutions using a data driven approach
- Work with the Manufacturing, Integration and Test teams to create processes, tests, and procedures to improve machine reliability and manufacturing efficiency
You:
- Have previous exposure to hardware debug and are passionate about understanding why things work (or don’t)
- Can prototype and run your own tests from experimental design to practical, hands-on implementation
- Have experience designing or integrating electromechanical systems
- Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills
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.
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Formlabs Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office
Formlabs spun out of MIT in 2011 and never went too far. We're located in Somerville, MA just past Union Square, but steps away from Cambridge. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and other city conveniences within walking distance.
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