Corporate Trainee Program

About the Role

• This is a 12-week internship opportunity focused on prototyping, consumer research, and data analysis.
• Provides hands-on experience supporting product development and in-person consumer research studies from setup through final analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prototyping
• Support the creation of physical product samples and prototypes for client projects.
• Operate a digital UV press and CAD cutting table.
• Prepare artwork and production files for digital workflows.
• Assist with refining prototypes based on project requirements and feedback.
• Consumer Research
• Support the planning and physical setup of in-person consumer research studies.
• Move, arrange, and organize research materials, equipment, displays, and supplies.
• Assist with consumer studies, including participant interactions and data collection.
• Organize and analyze research results using Microsoft Excel.
• Help identify patterns, insights, and findings from consumer data.
• Contribute to research summaries and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Digital UV press
• CAD cutting table
• Adobe Illustrator (Preferred)
• Adobe Photoshop (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a four-year Business, Communications, Graphic Communications, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related degree program.
• Entering junior or senior year.
• Reliable transportation.
• U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or authorization to work in the United States without additional sponsorship for the maximum duration of the program.
• Interest in prototyping, product development, consumer behavior, and/or market research (Preferred).
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in an environment with changing parameters and demands (Preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail (Preferred).
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach (Preferred).
• Comfort working in an in-person research environment (Preferred).
• Must submit an unofficial transcript and résumé.
• Cover letter is encouraged but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and bend during study setup and execution.
• Ability to lift and carry research materials, equipment, displays, and supplies.
• Ability to perform physical setup and breakdown activities for in-person studies.

Note: If currently residing outside South Carolina, relocation to South Carolina for the duration of the internship is required and will be at the applicant’s own expense.