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As our Rapid Prototyping Intern, you will be at the center of this effort — helping us quickly iterate on enclosures, mounts, optical elements, and assemblies to advance the product from concept to testable prototype.\nThis is a hands-on role ideal for someone who is equally comfortable in front of a CAD program and behind a machine. You will work closely with our engineering and research teams to translate device requirements into physical prototypes, test them, and iterate.\nAbout Edulis Labs\nEdulis Labs is a California-based, VC-backed materials science startup reinventing hair color and bleaching chemistry. Based at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, we integrate cutting-edge research across materials science, chemistry, and biology to build translational technology that displaces today's destructive legacy approaches.\nWhat You’ll Do\nDesign and fabricate enclosures, housings, and mechanical assemblies for LED photochemical devices using 3D printing (FDM/SLA) and CNC machining.\nOperate laser cutters, and other digital fabrication tools to produce prototype components.\nTranslate conceptual designs into manufacturable parts using CAD/CAM software (e.g., Fusion 360, SolidWorks).\nCollaborate with researchers and engineering partners to understand optical, thermal, and electronic integration requirements and reflect them in prototype geometry.\nRapidly iterate on form factor and functionality based on testing feedback.\nAssist with basic electronic assembly, wiring, and soldering of LED driver components and control electronics.\nMaintain organized documentation of design versions, fabrication settings, and iteration notes.\nRequired Qualifications\nCurrently enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.\nDemonstrated hands-on experience with 3D printing (FDM and/or resin/SLA).\nExperience with CNC machining (milling, routing, or turning).\nProficiency with at least one CAD/CAM software platform (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Rhino, or equivalent).\nExperience with laser cutters or other digital fabrication tools.\nAbility to read and produce engineering drawings and toleranced part specifications.\nPreferred Qualifications\nSoldering experience — through-hole and/or SMD — and basic electronics assembly.\nFamiliarity with LED driver circuits, thermal management, or optical design considerations.\nExperience prototyping enclosures or devices with embedded electronics.\nGraduate students with project or thesis experience in device fabrication are strongly encouraged to apply.\nCompensation\nUndergraduate Intern: $25.00 / hour\nGraduate Intern: $30.00 – $35.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)\nPay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour\nWork Location: In person","company":"Edulis Labs","rawCompany":"edulis labs","city":"Berkeley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T17:12:00.107Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2199.07","title":"Photonics Engineers","slug":"photonics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"334413","title":"Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing","slug":"semiconductor-and-related-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Engineering Intern: Rapid Prototyping","description":"Engineering Intern — Rapid Prototyping\nPhotochemical LED Device Development\n$25/hr — Undergrad\n$30–35/hr — Graduate\nOn-site | Part-Time/Full-Time\nHow to Apply:\nTo apply, please submit the following to apply@edulislabs.com :\nCV / Resume: highlighting relevant coursework, technical skills, and hands-on fabrication experience\nCover letter: outlining your core experience with prototyping (3D printing, CNC, digital fabrication, and any device or electronics work)\nAn example of your work: such as a 3D rendering, poster, technical document, or project writeup that demonstrates your design and fabrication abilities\nAbout the Role\nWe are developing a next-generation LED light device for photochemical applications, with a focus on design, functionality, form factor, and integrated electronic components. 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