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

About the role

The Sculpture, Installation, and Site area of the School of Art at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a part-time Physical Computing Intern. This position is ideal for former art students with some familiarity of sculpture facilities, looking to gain experience in the management of shops and assist the technician.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside SOA SIS Technicians to further improve SIS fabrication facilities
• Provide supervision, administration, and maintenance of machines and tools in the labs and shops listed under the position
• Aid in the management of student monitors for the various facility areas in Doherty Hall
• Assist students, faculty, and staff with the proper and safe use of shops and equipment, overseeing and enforcing EHS safety rules and guidelines
• Report supply needs to the school SIS Technicians
• Aid in the management of equipment lending
• Assist with various internal School of Art shop improvement projects

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree (BFA or BXA) is required
• Experience with digital fabrication, physical computing, 3D printing, and sewing is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Rhino, RhinoCAM, Adobe Illustrator, Processing, Arduino is ideal
• Successful background check
• Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week and is entitled to a total of 300 hours per semester

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree (BFA or BXA) is required
• Experience with digital fabrication, physical computing, 3D printing, and sewing is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Rhino, RhinoCAM, Adobe Illustrator, Processing, Arduino is ideal
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Benefits

This position is eligible for part-time benefits. Employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!