Student employee: Prototype resource for startups - KTH Innovation

Job description

Are you a curious and accommodating person with an interest in prototype manufacturing, innovation and entrepreneurship? Do you value inclusion and diversity? Perfect! We are looking for a KTH student to assist us on-site at Teknikringen 1, the hub for innovation and entrepreneurship at KTH, where KTH Innovation also is located.

We are looking for someone who likely is in their second or third year of the Design and Product Development program, or a similar education. The student hired for this part-time position will provide practical- and process support with early prototyping to the startups and projects that KTH Innovation supports. Your job will be to help teams find solutions to their needs, and helping in practical matters.

This means that you will be expected to assist in both digital and physical prototype work in KTH Innovation's Maker space, which includes tasks such as supporting the development of CAD models, 3D printing, and prototype manufacturing using hand tools. You will introduce the teams to working in the maker space, help create routines, and work on keeping the workshop welcoming, clean and tidy. 

You will be expected to guide teams through the product development process by suggesting methodology and approaches, without necessarily being operational on the product development side of the project.

Administrative tasks and support during events/external visits to KTH Innovation may also be required. The working hours will be irregular, and participation in various evening events will be necessary.

The position is a part-time position at 20%. The working hours will be largely flexible to accommodate the combination of work and studies. 

Read about what we do at KTH Innovation

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• An inclusive setting that welcomes new ideas and initiatives
• A place for personal growth with an opportunity to contribute to the commercialization of innovation projects from KTH
• Opportunities for the development and practical application of product development skills in real innovation projects
• A chance to connect with our network of entrepreneurs and other stakeholders in Stockholm's innovation ecosystem

Qualifications

Requirements

• You should be admitted to first or second-level cycle education at a Swedish university 
• Proficiency in the English language, both spoken and written, as it is required in your daily work
• Practical knowledge in one or more CAD software applications
• Experience in the use and management of 3D printers

Preferred qualifications

• Student at KTH with at least one year left
• Experience in the prototype manufacturing of physical products
• Electronics knowledge
• Experience from and understanding of the product development process 
• Practical expertise in building hardware and/or software solutions
• Experience with and usage of 3D the printers Ultimaker S5 and/or Makerbot Replicator Z18
• Experience from and comfortable in meeting and assisting new people
• An attentive, open-minded individual with a creative- and solution oriented mindset
• Swedish speaking as it facilitates daily work

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills. 

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment 

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 12 months, with access 10 June 2025, or according to agreement.

Others

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