3D UI / Visualization Software Engineering Intern
Hypertherm Associates, Kent, WA, United States
Hypertherm Associates -
Software Engineering Summer 2026 Internship - 3D UI & Visualization
Hypertherm Associates Software Engineering team in Kent, WA is seeking an
intern
who is a
rising Junior or Senior
in good standing with their college/university and wants to gain:
Hands-on experience building
production grade-realtime-interfaces
Mentorship from experienced software engineers and designers
Opportunity to influence the future look and feel of a commercial product
As an intern with the Software Engineering team, you will blend
graphics design sensibility
with
software development skills
and bring experience creating interactive interfaces in a game engine or similar -rendering environment with your:
Strong visual instincts and creativity paired with practical engineering judgment
Curiosity and willingness to explore new UI interaction concepts
Ability to work independently on prototypes while seeking feedback early
Comfort working at the intersection of
design, software, and hardware driven- systems
Responsibilities:
Design and prototype
real-time, interactive user interfaces
for machine operation and visualization
Implement UI concepts using
Unity, Unreal
or a comparable real-time engine
Collaborate with operators and control engineers to translate requirements into interface concepts
Develop reusable UI components, layouts, animations, and visual effects
Balance visual sophistication with usability, performance, and operator safety requirements
Use
AI assisted tools
(e.g., Copilot and image generation tools) to accelerate coding, prototyping, and iteration
Iterate on designs based on feedback from engineering, UX, and end users
Document design decisions and implementation details clearly
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Currently pursuing a degree in
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, Interactive Media, or related field
Experience designing
game interfaces, HUDs, or interactive visual concepts
(academic projects, personal projects, or portfolio work are acceptable)
Demonstrated
graphics/UI design skills , including layout, typography, color usage, and visual hierarchy
Working knowledge of software development fundamentals:
Object-oriented programming
Basic data structures
Version control (Git or equivalent)
Experience with
at least one real-time/game engine
Ability to present and explain design concepts and technical implementations
Preferred experience that differentiates you:
Experience with C# or similar
Familiarity with
real-time rendering, 2D/3D UI systems, or scene graphs
Exposure to industrial, robotics, CNC, or machine control software (not required)
Basic understanding of UX principles for operator interfaces or complex tools
Location:
Onsite in Kent, WA
Our Engineering Internships are compensated at an hourly rate based on current level of education
Undergrade level students (including graduating seniors) in Washington can earn between $28.20 and $30.50 per hour
Graduate level students in Washington can earn between $32.20 and $33.35 per hour
Sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don't meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.
CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.
$0.00-$0.00 Hourly
This is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.
Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.
Software Engineering Summer 2026 Internship - 3D UI & Visualization
Hypertherm Associates Software Engineering team in Kent, WA is seeking an
intern
who is a
rising Junior or Senior
in good standing with their college/university and wants to gain:
Hands-on experience building
production grade-realtime-interfaces
Mentorship from experienced software engineers and designers
Opportunity to influence the future look and feel of a commercial product
As an intern with the Software Engineering team, you will blend
graphics design sensibility
with
software development skills
and bring experience creating interactive interfaces in a game engine or similar -rendering environment with your:
Strong visual instincts and creativity paired with practical engineering judgment
Curiosity and willingness to explore new UI interaction concepts
Ability to work independently on prototypes while seeking feedback early
Comfort working at the intersection of
design, software, and hardware driven- systems
Responsibilities:
Design and prototype
real-time, interactive user interfaces
for machine operation and visualization
Implement UI concepts using
Unity, Unreal
or a comparable real-time engine
Collaborate with operators and control engineers to translate requirements into interface concepts
Develop reusable UI components, layouts, animations, and visual effects
Balance visual sophistication with usability, performance, and operator safety requirements
Use
AI assisted tools
(e.g., Copilot and image generation tools) to accelerate coding, prototyping, and iteration
Iterate on designs based on feedback from engineering, UX, and end users
Document design decisions and implementation details clearly
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
Currently pursuing a degree in
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, Interactive Media, or related field
Experience designing
game interfaces, HUDs, or interactive visual concepts
(academic projects, personal projects, or portfolio work are acceptable)
Demonstrated
graphics/UI design skills , including layout, typography, color usage, and visual hierarchy
Working knowledge of software development fundamentals:
Object-oriented programming
Basic data structures
Version control (Git or equivalent)
Experience with
at least one real-time/game engine
Ability to present and explain design concepts and technical implementations
Preferred experience that differentiates you:
Experience with C# or similar
Familiarity with
real-time rendering, 2D/3D UI systems, or scene graphs
Exposure to industrial, robotics, CNC, or machine control software (not required)
Basic understanding of UX principles for operator interfaces or complex tools
Location:
Onsite in Kent, WA
Our Engineering Internships are compensated at an hourly rate based on current level of education
Undergrade level students (including graduating seniors) in Washington can earn between $28.20 and $30.50 per hour
Graduate level students in Washington can earn between $32.20 and $33.35 per hour
Sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don't meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.
CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.
$0.00-$0.00 Hourly
This is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.
Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.