Intern/Student - Application Engineering
Aylesbury, GB
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!
Stratasys is a global leader in 3D printing, driving the shift to additive manufacturing across industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer products. Through advanced hardware, materials, and software solutions, we enable organisations to rethink design, accelerate production, and transform supply chains.
What We Need
Our Stereolithography development and production site in Aylesbury is seeking a Summer Intern to join the Application Engineering team.
Application Engineers act as the bridge between the technology and its real-world use. In this role, you’ll support the team with research and testing enabling us to push the limits of both our hardware and materials. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on real engineering challenges in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Gain
- Practical experience in cutting-edge 3D printing technology
- Exposure to real-world Application development
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful Product & Engineering projects
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and researchers
Employment Details
- Position Type: Student Internship
- Duration: ~3 months (flexible start/end dates)
- Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00, negotiable)
Responsibilities & Tasks
You will support team projects and/or may take ownership of individual projects. Typical activities may include:
- Testing and investigating how resins behave during and post printing (curing, shrinkage, viscosity)
- Matching materials to applications (e.g., dental, automotive, medical devices)
- Identify industries where SLA resins can replace traditional materials
- Support 3D print workflows development and validation (design → print → post-process → use)
- Test printed parts performance against traditional mfg technics (i.e vs injection molding or machining)
- Thermal and chemical resistance testing
This role offers variety, and you may be asked to support additional tasks as needed.
About You
- Currently studying an undergraduate degree in design, engineering or related discipline.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Comfortable working with solvents & chemicals in a safe and manageable environment
- Organised and methodical in your work
Desirable Interests or Hobbies:
- 3D printing
- Personal STEM projects