Digital Fabrication Intern - School of Art - College of Fine Arts

About the role#

The School of Art at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a part-time Digital Fabrication Intern to support the Sculpture, Installation, and Site (SIS) area. This role focuses on the management of the Physical Computing Lab, PC + 3D Printing Lab, Soft Sculpture Lab, and CNC Router and Laser Cutter Labs. This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per week, totaling 300 hours per semester, with a preference for candidates available for both Fall and Spring semesters. This role is eligible for part-time benefits.

What you'll do#

• Work alongside SIS technicians to maintain and improve fabrication facilities.
• Provide supervision and administration of machines and tools in the labs.
• Assist with the management of student monitors in Doherty Hall.
• Support students, faculty, and staff in the safe use of equipment, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.
• Manage equipment lending and assist with internal shop improvement projects.
• Report supply needs to SIS technicians.

What you'll need#

• A bachelor's degree (BFA or BXA).
• Experience with digital fabrication, physical computing, 3D printing, and sewing.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate and share knowledge effectively.
• Ability to meet quality and time requirements for assigned tasks.
• Preferred: Computing knowledge in Rhino, RhinoCAM, Adobe Illustrator, Processing, or Arduino.
• Must pass a successful background check.

Location & details#

• Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
• Work Modality: On-site.
• Employment Type: Part-time, fixed-term internship.