Intern, Design Engineer

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners?  We are 100% employee owned!  Our internship program provides you with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Innovation. Your contributions will be key in delivering world-class products, inspiration and solutions for some of the most prestigious brands in the market. This paid internship will begin with an interactive on-boarding program where you'll learn more about The Bernard Group, our state-of-the-art technology, processes and culture. Interns are integrated into our teams, giving you the opportunity to learn how to provide clients with the highest quality product, service and speed that the retail industry requires, while experiencing a culture of teamwork and ownership. We invite you to consider joining us as we consistently work to go above and beyond, and WOW those we serve!

As an Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside our Engineering team to bring innovative fixture designs to life. You’ll support clients, sales teams, and engineers by creating detailed SOLIDWORKS models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for quoting, prototyping, and production. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to learn how design, engineering, and manufacturing come together to create high-quality fixtures for top retail and brand clients.

You’ll gain experience with a variety of materials, including wood, metal, and plastic, and collaborate with vendor partners to understand fabrication techniques and manufacturing processes. In this role, you’ll also assist with revisions, redlines, and documentation to ensure accuracy and efficiency across all engineering deliverables.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (This internship requires onsite presence at our Chanhassen, Minnesota location. Relocation assistance, housing, and transportation are not provided. Candidates must reside in or be able to commute locally to the Chanhassen area for the duration of the internship.)

Compensation: $21.00 Hourly 

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you:

• are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in CAD/Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related field.
• have experience or coursework in SOLIDWORKS CAD modeling.
• have a basic understanding of engineering drawings and processes.
• are detail-oriented and capable of handling multiple facets of a project simultaneously.
• have a strong visual understanding of design and materials.
• are eager to learn and ready to apply your education in a real-world engineering environment.

On top of that you must:

• communicate effectively with team members, cross-functional partners, and vendors.
• adapt quickly to shifting priorities and new project needs.
• be organized and accurate with documentation and revision control.
• demonstrate curiosity, problem-solving ability, and a proactive approach to learning.
• be comfortable collaborating across departments — including Design, Product Development, and Sales.
• have familiarity with Photoview 360 or Visualize rendering tools (a plus!).
• have a basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator) (preferred).

In this position, you will:

• collaborate with Product Development, Design, and Sales teams to engineer creative and cost-effective fixture solutions within project budgets and timelines.
• assist in understanding project objectives from clients, Sales, or Fixture Development Project Managers.
• create detailed SOLIDWORKS models, drawings, and BOMs for prototype and production use.
• participate in prototype testing and analysis with internal teams and vendor partners.
• generate PDF drawings and CNC-compatible files for production.
• maintain accurate documentation and revision control for all models and drawings.
• build all CAD models following TBG Engineering SOPs.
• support edits and revisions based on production feedback and material considerations.
• participate in TBG’s Intern Program trainings and meetings.
• perform additional projects and tasks as assigned by management.

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.  Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 1,000-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• This is a 2027 Summer Internship in Chanhassen, MN beginning either May 24th or June 7th

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We believe teams of top talent with clear objectives will consistently outperform centralized control. We put a great amount of energy into building skilled and diverse teams to handle our most challenging pursuits. It’s the difference between average and being a world-class service provider. 

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.

Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.