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Re:Build Manufacturing · 1 day ago

Design Research Intern

positionKalamazoo, MI
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses focused on revitalizing the U.S. manufacturing base. The Design Research Intern will support the creation of human-centered solutions by conducting research to understand user needs and translating insights into actionable guidance.

IndustrialManufacturingIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and conducting of primary (qualitative and quantitative) and secondary research, including, but not limited to, interviews, observations, surveys, and usability testing
Support synthesis of research findings into clear insights, themes, and opportunity areas
Create research artifacts such as interview guides, end user personas, journey maps, and research summaries
Participate in collaborative design and research sessions (e.g., brainstorms or workshops) with cross-functional teams
Help communicate research findings through presentations, reports, and informal team discussions

Qualification

Qualitative research methodsQuantitative research methodsUser experience researchWritten communicationVerbal communicationCuriosityEmpathyCollaborationOpenness to feedback

Required

Working toward or completed: BA/BS degree program or higher in a relevant field with demonstrated application of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
Junior or Senior-level students (completed at least two years toward the stated degree)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Curiosity, empathy, and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment
Openness to feedback and a willingness to iterate on work in a collaborative, professional manner

Company

Re:Build Manufacturing

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Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.
dateFounded in 2020
location
Framingham, Massachusetts, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.rebuildmanufacturing.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$121.9M
Key Investors
General CatalystUS Department of Energy
2024-08-14Series Unknown· $120M
2024-05-16Grant· $1.9M

Leadership Team

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Miles Arnone
Chief Executive Officer
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Chad Clawson
Chief Operating Officer
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