Technology & numbers · Art & stories · Building & fixing
What does a
3d printing specialist do?
Designs and makes objects using 3D printers.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Creates digital models, prints and tests parts, and fixes problems with materials and machines.
Skills to practise
Design, patience, problem solving.
How to explore this path
Technical or design courses, plus plenty of practice.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
3D Printing Specialist connects with Maths, Art. You may enjoy this work if you like hands-on, creative.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Design a simple object, like a pencil holder, on paper with measurements.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
3D printing specialists make objects layer by layer.
What helps?
Being creative and patient.
Learning about the path
You take design or technical courses.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?