Product Designer Intern

Overview Job Description: Our summer internship program offers hands-on, direct project ownership and exposure to operational excellence. As a Product Design Intern, you will be assigned a primary Capstone Project to design or redesign Rogue product(s). You'll kick off with comprehensive hands-on operational training, participate in weekly Q&A sessions with leadership across the business, enjoy team outings (like a Columbus Clippers game), and present your final project deliverables directly to Rogue’s Leadership Team. Alongside the capstone work, interns participate in routine departmental tasks, attend team meetings, and work cross-functionally to gain a practical understanding of Rogue workflows and business operations. Location: Rogue HQ – 545 E. 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201 (Onsite) Duration: 11 Weeks (May 17 – July 30, 2027) Compensation: $30.00 / hour Target Candidates: Undergraduate Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students Key Responsibilities Own a primary 10-week Capstone Project focusing on new product design, mechanical component iteration, or structural optimizationCreate detailed 3D CAD models, production drawings, and structural simulations using SolidWorksWork hands-on with prototyping tools, fabrication machinery, and functional testing setups in our Columbus plantCollaborate with other designers and cross-functional teams Qualifications Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate (Junior/Senior) or Graduate degree program in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related fieldStrong knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, value stream mapping, ergonomic assessments, and process optimizationProficiency with simulation software (Arena, Simio) or CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) is a plusPassion for hands-on problem-solving in a fast-paced environment By applying to Rogue, regardless of the platform you choose to use, you are agreeing to Rogue's preferred methods of communication (i.e. text message). Submitting an application, through whatever online forum is ultimately used, constitutes a knowing and voluntary agreement to send and receive text messages during the recruitment process.