Design Model Maker Co-op - Fall 2026

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Posting External Job Responsibilities:

The Crown Design Model Shop creates scale and full-size prototype models for our Crown Industrial Design Staff to be used in product development. The prototype models created can range from functional, low-fidelity to very high-fidelity models of components and full vehicles. The Crown Design Model Shop Co-op will work alongside our Crown Model Makers, assisting them in the creation of all our prototype models, starting with

CAD/CAM, CNC

Milling, 3D printing, molding, wood-working, and all other forms of fabrication needed. The Crown Design Model Shop Co-op will also have the opportunity and time to create their own "personal project" while at Crown.

Job Qualifications:

Student should be enrolled in a 2-or-4 year degree program, preferably majoring in Industrial Design. Student must have their own means of reliable transportation.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. No agency calls please. EOE Veterans/Disabilities