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We are looking for a Product Development Engineer to join our Professional Volunteer Success Team to advance new product development of innovative products that work to help solve global issues. As an experienced Product Development Engineer, you will have the opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals to technical challenges and navigate ambiguity to resolve problems to identify and define solutions.
Responsibilities
Understand the end use of products, determine fitness-for-use of materials, and effectively advance the specification development of new and derivative products
Work hands-on with prototype generation, material evaluation, and experimental design and execution
Drive the development and refinement of new test methods and characterization techniques in partnership with other functions
Identify critical uncertainties, designing targeted experiments, enable new prototype builds, define and assessing fitness-for-use, and drive commercialization and scale-up
Understand and evaluate the performance of relevant competitive product alternatives
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in process, product, or new product/ materials development post-graduation
Solid knowledge of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply this knowledge to product development and challenging technical problems
Demonstrated ability to document, communicate, and present technical bodies of work
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and influence cross-functional teams, as well as work independently all while adapting to a changing environment
Demonstrated ability to incorporate creativity in technical problem-solving and critical thinking
Demonstrated ability to work hands-on in all aspects of project work including developing prototypes and/or test methods
Understanding Materials Engineering and Programming is a plus
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Thank you for expressing your interest in our volunteer & internship programs. It’s a tremendously exciting time as we head into 2026 and launch our Benjamin DaVinci Educational Centers and Arcadiadum, our billion dollar Sustainable Development Community.
Here are some of the benefits you can receive through our internship program:
- Career-focused training and real-world experience in AI and our proprietary Project Management Systems
- Opportunity to build a killer Portfolio
- Valuable certifications
- Letter of recommendation to help you stand out from other applicants
- Paid opportunities within 3-6 months that can lead to career engagement
- OPT acceptance letter
Both Volunteers and Interns have the opportunity to make a real impact on Quality of Life issues affecting kids, people and the planet.
Next Steps:
Gain insights into our mission, programs, and the incredible impact you could make:
- See the Future of Education: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D4q-wPcp4ghBTrn3o0KSDaYdUbrI7bGN/view?usp=sharing
- Learn about our Three Transformative Educational Pillars: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D4q-wPcp4ghBTrn3o0KSDaYdUbrI7bGN/view?usp=share_link
- Watch our Volunteer & Internship Orientation Video: (https://youtu.be/xZ8QrCdebCk?si=Zbe7dQQihgUP10aB)
- See what other Volunteers & Interns say: Intern Testimonials: (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EcO7JsM0qSwGz4_Vw9vnNrS1Zgdwz60J/view?usp=share_link)
- Check out our Fall 2025 Newsletter! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vGBlG5jqD0lGK0fVtXWQJVrWN_sDXDWY/view?usp=sharing
Confirm Zoom Meeting Date:
After you've watched the orientation video, reach out via WhatsApp (+1 917 683-2625) to confirm the date of your meeting with Mr. Benjamin.
Send a text with:
- Your Name
- Volunteer, Internship (or OPT)
- Discipline of Interest (i.e., AI app development)
- Date of Meeting
Attend the meeting using the following Zoom meeting link:
Notes: Either click on the link or copy and paste the entire link into your browser. There should no breaks in the link for it to work properly. We recommend you put it into your calendar so have it immediately available for the meeting. Please be on-time and have your video, audio & lighting set-up and working!
Looking forward to having you as a member of our Success Team!
Warmly,
Alicia
Global Development Director
