Built - Engineer Extern

Lifetime Brands / S’well / Built Brands Summer 2026 | Product Design Externship
S’well is looking for an Engineering Extern for product design to join us in our NYC
headquarters for the summer. This will be a valuable educational opportunity to shadow our
current engineering team and gain hands‑on learning experience regarding testing, prototyping,
CAD drawings, and other product and packaging development initiatives.

• A strong curiosity about the S’well brand and a desire to learn about the consumer
  product industry.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, with a focus on
  applying classroom knowledge to real‑world product design initiatives.
• Exposure to Solid Works or other CAD software is beneficial, and an eagerness to
  gain hands‑on experience with CAD drawings and prototyping techniques, including
  educational exposure to rapid prototyping equipment.
• Foundational critical thinking and analytical skills, coupled with a proactive ability to
  take initiative and seek out educational opportunities through shadowing the
  engineering team.
• Excellent interpersonal and active listening skills required for observing and
  participating in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment with teams like Marketing,
  Industrial Design, and Packaging.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills necessary to supplement your
  understanding of the Product Development Process in the consumer goods industry.

• The 2026 Summer Externship runs 10 weeks from May 26th through August 6th.
• Externs must be able to participate Monday through Thursday, 10am to 5pm (1 hour will
  be designated for lunch) [28hrs/wk, 10wks].
• S’well’s headquarters is in the Flatiron/Chelsea neighborhood of New York City; all
  Externs should have transportation and/or housing in or around the NYC area.
• Seniors, and Graduate Students will have first consideration.
• FLSA Acknowledgment:
  This is an unpaid, educational Externship program. The extern understands that they are not entitled to wages for the time spent in the externship, the activities are for their primary educational benefit, and there is no guarantee of employment at the conclusion of the program.
• All Externs must have proper authorization to work in the United States.

• The opportunity to study the engineering development of a theoretical S’well or Built branched product.
• Educational exposure to rapid prototyping equipment (e.g., FDM and SLA type 3D
  printers).
• A better understanding of the Product Development Process in the consumer goods industry to supplement what is taught in the classroom or studios.
• An engineering mentor to provide support during your externship and guidance through your career.
• The opportunity to observe other departments involved in product development, such as Marketing, Consumer Insights, Legal, Category Management, Industrial Design, Packaging, and Creative Development.

• Project Initiation
  • Ideation & Market Analysis:
    Learning how to translate competitive research and consumer requirements into target engineering features and benefits.
  • Concept Refinement:
    Observing and supporting the collaboration between Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Design teams during the early phases of concept development.
• Advanced CAD Training & Prototyping Laboratory
  • Drafting & Modeling:
    Receiving hands‑on instruction in creating and refining 3D and 2D models using Solid Works. The focus will be on learning industry standards for tooling readiness.
  • Rapid Prototyping:
    Learning the mechanics, preparation, and part‑slicing processes for FDM and SLA type 3D printers. The extern will shadow technicians on the maintenance of lab equipment and practice post‑curing and assembling prototypes.
• Introduction to Validation, Testing & Compliance
  • Protocol Development:
    Learning how professional engineering teams create product specifications, inspection protocols, and testing criteria.
  • Testing Methodologies:
    Shadowing engineers as they conduct critical product validation, including…