FISKARS
Intern – Design Engineering
Middleton, WI | Onsite | Summer 2026
At Fiskars Group, we’ve been shaping everyday moments for over 375 years — from the world’s first pair of orange-handled scissors to the latest in sustainable gardening and crafting innovation. Join a team where design meets purpose, creativity fuels collaboration, and every idea can make an impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Design Engineering Intern, you’ll play a hands-on role supporting our product development team — helping bring iconic Fiskars tools and innovations to life. You’ll collaborate closely with design engineers, industrial designers, test lab specialists, and quality teams to support a range of product creation activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Create, review, and maintain product specifications in collaboration with our global centers of excellence (categories include scissors, tree pruners, and indoor gardening).
Prepare and track test requests, ensuring timely follow-up with the lab.
Develop and update 2D and 3D CAD models using SolidWorks.
Support Windchill data management, including Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and maintenance.
Operate and maintain 3D printers for prototype development.
Partner with cross-functional teams — Industrial Design, Product Management, and Quality — to support the full design-to-production process.
What You Bring
We’re looking for a curious and collaborative student who’s ready to apply their technical skills and creativity to real-world projects.
Education:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Experience & Skills:
Proficiency in SolidWorks (required).
Familiarity with MS Office tools.
Exposure to or interest in 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
Experience with Windchill is a plus — training provided.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Why Join Fiskars Group?
You’ll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment where innovation, design, and craftsmanship come together. We offer mentorship from experienced engineers, opportunities to contribute to real projects, and the chance to see your ideas take shape.
Join us in reimagining the everyday — one design at a time.
Apply today and make your mark with Fiskars Group.
Last day of application:
2025-12-31*****
At Fiskars Group, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:
Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.
Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us and we want to help you achieve it. We offer well-being focused programs (funds for wellness activities; gym, yoga classes, etc.) and health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision so you can take care of yourself and your loved ones.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life. We currently offer hybrid work arrangements where possible.
Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives, and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.
Future Planning: We care about your future. We offer retirement contribution matching providing you with financial security in your post-work years.
Employee Support: Life happens, and we’re here to support you. We currently offer paid sick leave, paid parental leave (for both birthing and non-birthing parent) and employee assistance programs and resources to address local needs, offering confidential counseling, financial guidance, and other valuable support services.
Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.
Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued. We offer bonus incentives, and profit sharing.
Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.
Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.
Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.
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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.
BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.
BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.
Read more: fiskarsgroup.comUS Legal Disclaimer: Fiskars Group is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity in our workforce is essential to a successful business. We condemn any form of racism and discrimination. We support and stand with those who speak out and seek justice. We strive to be a diverse and collaborative environment. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance applying for employment, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. It may take up to one business day for a response.More information about Equal Employment Opportunity can be found here and Pay Transparency can be found here.
