About the role#
As a Sculpting Intern, you will help create future powersports vehicles. You will work in a design studio alongside designers, engineers, and fellow modelers. This role involves turning concept sketches into physical and digital models. You will gain hands-on experience with both clay and digital sculpting techniques.
What you'll do#
- Work with digital modelers, clay sculptors, and designers to interpret sketches and build models.
- Create sketch models, concept models, and production-representative surfaces.
- Support studio development by ensuring accuracy and meeting project deadlines.
- Present your work during design reviews and update models based on feedback.
- Help with studio organization and model preparation tasks.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an AAS, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, Model Design, Clay Sculpting, Digital Modeling, or Fine Arts.
- A portfolio showing 3D form development, craftsmanship, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of design principles, proportion, and surface development.
- Experience with 3D software such as Alias, Blender, Gravity Sketch, Maya, Rhino, Fusion, or NX.
- Ability to work on-site full-time (40 hours per week).
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee).
- Former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
Location & details#
- Location: Medina, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Pay Range: $19.50 to $30.75 per hour.
About Polaris Inc.
Polaris Inc. operates within the manufacturing sector with a focus on vehicle design. The company produces equipment for work and recreational use. Founded in 1954, it is a public company based in Medina, Minnesota. The organization maintains a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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