Youth Apprentice

Join Our Team at Realityworks!Who We AreRealityworks is a 100% employee-owned company headquartered in Eau Claire, WI. We're passionate about transforming education by providing innovative, hands-on learning solutions that prepare students for real-world careers.What We DoWe develop comprehensive educational products that combine curriculum, experiential learning tools, student activities, and assessment resources. Our solutions are trusted by middle schools, high schools, and post-secondary institutions across the country to engage learners, develop critical skills, and inspire career exploration.The Opportunity: Youth ApprenticeKickstart a future in Engineering as a Youth Apprentice at Realityworks! Youth Apprentices at Realityworks gain valuable hands-on experience by working alongside Engineers throughout the new product design and development process. Guided by a dedicated mentor in the R&D department, apprentices take part in real-world problem-solving, apply fundamental engineering principles, and contribute directly to meaningful projects.This opportunity builds critical thinking, creativity, and professional growth-all within a dynamic, collaborative environment designed to support emerging talent.Internship Duration and ScheduleYouth Apprenticeships begin in early summer and last for a minimum of 1-2 years. Apprentices work five or more hours per week during the school year and fifteen or more hours per week during summer months.Key ResponsibilitiesAssists engineers in product development activitiesCreates sketches, 3D CAD models, physical prototypes as needed to convey new ideas to othersEnsures that all drawings comply with company formatting standardsCreates written descriptions of new product ideas, including how they look, work, and are builtCreates and maintains instructions, specifications, and drawings for new and existing productsAssists in development of test plans to prove a new product or improvementCarries out test plans to ensure functionality of designs, including hardware, electrical, and softwareOrganizes engineering lab equipment, parts, and toolsMaintains a personal activity logLearns and works with Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and other related softwarePerforms occasional photographyPerforms other additional duties as assigned or requiredWhat We're Looking ForCurrent enrollment in the High School Youth Apprenticeship ProgramBeginner CAD software experienceAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to read, analyze, and interpret written documents and reportsAbility to effectively present information in written, verbal, and presentation formAbility to effectively analyze and resolve problems - assess a situation, gather data, Youth Apprentice Rev. 02/2026 analyze the data, propose a solutionAbility to work both individually and as part of a cross-functional teamProficiency with Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookWork LocationThis position is expected to work onsite at the Realityworks HQ location in Eau Claire, WI.Learn MoreExplore our mission and the impact we're making in education at www.realityworks.com.