Youth Apprentice

Realityworks•Eau Claire, WI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team at Realityworks! Who We Are Realityworks is a 100% employee-owned company headquartered in Eau Claire, WI. We’re passionate about transforming education by providing innovative, hands-on learning solutions that prepare students for real-world careers. What We Do We develop comprehensive educational products that combine curriculum, experiential learning tools, student activities, and assessment resources. Our solutions are trusted by middle schools, high schools, and post-secondary institutions across the country to engage learners, develop critical skills, and inspire career exploration. The Opportunity: Youth Apprentice Kickstart a future in Engineering as a Youth Apprentice at Realityworks! Youth Apprentices at Realityworks gain valuable hands‑on experience by working alongside Engineers throughout the new product design and development process. Guided by a dedicated mentor in the R&D department, apprentices take part in real‑world problem‑solving, apply fundamental engineering principles, and contribute directly to meaningful projects. This opportunity builds critical thinking, creativity, and professional growth—all within a dynamic, collaborative environment designed to support emerging talent. Internship Duration and Schedule Youth Apprenticeships begin in early summer and last for a minimum of 1-2 years. Apprentices work five or more hours per week during the school year and fifteen or more hours per week during summer months.

Requirements

Current enrollment in the High School Youth Apprenticeship Program
Beginner CAD software experience
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written documents and reports
Ability to effectively present information in written, verbal, and presentation form
Ability to effectively analyze and resolve problems - assess a situation, gather data, analyze the data, propose a solution
Ability to work both individually and as part of a cross-functional team
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Assists engineers in product development activities
Creates sketches, 3D CAD models, physical prototypes as needed to convey new ideas to others
Ensures that all drawings comply with company formatting standards
Creates written descriptions of new product ideas, including how they look, work, and are built
Creates and maintains instructions, specifications, and drawings for new and existing products
Assists in development of test plans to prove a new product or improvement
Carries out test plans to ensure functionality of designs, including hardware, electrical, and software
Organizes engineering lab equipment, parts, and tools
Maintains a personal activity log
Learns and works with Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and other related software
Performs occasional photography
Performs other additional duties as assigned or required