Quality Engineer Intern

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.  
 

Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins. 

 This internship offers hands-on experience in the furniture industry, supporting quality assurance, packaging design, and sustainability initiatives. You will assist with product evaluations, research eco-friendly packaging for international shipping, and create 3D graphic drawings, renderings, and models to help visualize and communicate key data across teams. 

This position is expected to start August 2025 and continue through the entire Fall 2025 term (through December 2025). Our internships are a minimum of 10 weeks, part-time (20 to 25 hours) and on-site.

In This Role

• Support the creation of 3D graphic drawings, models, and renderings using 3D scanning technology to visualize data
• Conduct tests and inspections of products, shipping packages, and processes to evaluate quality
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and suggest how to implement corrective actions
• Research and recommend sustainable materials for product and packaging use
• Translate data into interactive 3D formats to improve cross-functional understanding and collaboration across teams
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies to drive continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned by Management
• Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team:
  • Be open and honest
  • Reach for excellence
  • Act with responsibility
  • Value the whole person
  • Enjoy the journey

The Ideal Person

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Exposure to 3D printing technologies and applications
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks, CAD, or Rhino
• Basic knowledge of LEAN Six Sigma principles and process improvement methodologies

Internship Program at Four Hands

The Internship Program is aimed to provide students with hands-on experience in the area they are most passionate about. Interns at Four Hands have the opportunity to work closely with various departments to gain valuable knowledge about the company. The program focuses on professional development, offering mentorship from like-minded professionals and the chance to contribute to real projects. Interns are encouraged to bring innovative ideas to make the experience challenging and rewarding. This program will enable students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their future careers.