Digital Media & Instructional Design Internship

  About Watlow              Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. Guided by our values: Do what is right, Always learning and improving, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility — we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology, while making a real difference in the world.   Description At Watlow, we combine a rich legacy with forward-thinking innovation. Founded in 1922 in St. Louis, Missouri, Watlow has grown from a small heating element manufacturer into a global leader in thermal systems. #PoweredByPossibility   We are hiring a: Digital Media & Instructional Design Specialist Intern St. Louis, MO   About the Role This role will advance Watlow’s digital media capabilities by producing high‑quality visual, interactive, and educational assets. The focus is on 3D modeling, animation, digital graphics, instructional design, and generative AI–enhanced content development. We are looking for a versatile creative professional who can support engineering, training, and internal communication through modern, visually engaging digital materials. While proficiency in every listed skill is not required, candidates should bring strong strengths in core areas and a demonstrated ability to learn emerging software and tools quickly.   What You’ll Do - Develop engaging digital assets including videos, 3D models, UI recreations, graphics, animations, and diagrams. - Modernize legacy educational visuals, scientific graphics, and instructional materials. - Use generative AI tools to accelerate content creation, ideation, and asset refinement. - Build learning media tailored to adult learners. - Design UI/UX‑inspired materials for interactive training experiences. - Produce custom 3D assets using Blender, CAD, and integrate into Adobe workflows. - Create videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. - Apply VFX concepts to engineering or training media. - Use programming logic (HTML, CSS, JS, Python, etc.) for interactive modules. - Apply unconventional problem-solving and adopt emerging tools. - Ensure media meets Creative Commons and copyright requirements.   What You’ll Need to Succeed - Experience creating high‑quality digital media. - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud. - 3D modeling experience. - Ability to learn new digital tools. - Strong communication and collaboration skills. - Creativity and problem-solving ability.   Preferred Qualifications - Experience with generative AI tools. - SolidWorks or CAD experience. - UX or UI design background. - Experience with adult-learning content. - Virtual production exposure. - Programming experience.   Why Join Watlow’s Team The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.   Diversity & Inclusion Watlow is an inclusive equal opportunity employer.