2027 CAD Technician Internship

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly webinars

Leadership training

Lunch & learn

Skill-building courses

Internship program

Employee recognition

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a motivated CAD Technician Intern to join our civil engineering team in Illinois.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting roadway, railway, site development, and other civil projects by developing technical drawings using industry-leading software. Ideal candidates are pursuing an associate degree in drafting & design technology, civil engineering technology, or a related program and have working knowledge of Autodesk and Bentley CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a two-year drafting & design or civil engineering technology program.
• Familiar with CAD principles and Autodesk/Bentley software.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills; able to follow design standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and designers with drafting and model updates.
• Create and maintain CAD files, 3D models, plan sheets, and exhibits.
• Support roadway, railway, drainage, utility, and site design plans.
• Use CAD software to produce accurate project deliverables.
• Perform drafting tasks from sketches and calculations per standards.
• Assist with file management, plan production, and quality control.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely completion of documents.
• Learn and apply drafting standards and CAD procedures.
• Participate in team meetings to understand design processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate degree in drafting & design technology

Associate degree in civil engineering technology

Related technical program

Tools

Autodesk CAD software

Bentley CAD software

OpenRoads/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

We are seeking a motivated CAD Technician Intern to join our civil engineering team. This position gives students the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting roadway, railway, site development, and other civil engineering projects. Working alongside engineers, designers, and project managers, the intern will help develop technical drawings, plans, and design deliverables using industry‑leading design software.

This role is ideal for students pursuing an associate degree in drafting & design technology, civil engineering technology, or a related technical program who want to build a career in the civil engineering industry.

• Assist engineers and design staff with the preparation and modification of civil engineering technical drawings and models.
• Create, update, and maintain CAD files, 3D models, plan sheets, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Support the development of roadway, railway, drainage, utility, and site design plans.
• Utilize CAD software to produce accurate and organized project deliverables.
• Perform drafting tasks based on sketches, markups, design calculations, and engineering standards.
• Assist with file management, plan production, and quality control reviews.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure design documents are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Learn and apply company drafting standards, CAD procedures, and industry best practices.
• Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to engineering design processes and project development.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a two-year Drafting & Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or related technical program.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk and/or Bentley CAD software and computer-aided drafting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical information and follow design standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Interest in pursuing a career within the civil engineering industry.
• Experience with Bentley’s MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
• Familiarity with Bentley design technology such as: OpenBridge Modeler, OpenRail Designer, ProjectWise, Bentley Infrastructure Cloud
• Exposure to survey, roadway, railway, drainage, utility, or site design concepts.
• Previous internship, coursework, or project experience involving architectural and civil engineering drafting.

As a CAD Technician Intern/Co-op, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain real-world experience supporting active civil engineering projects.
• Learn industry-standard CAD and modeling workflows.
• Develop technical skills using CAD software and related design technology.
• Work alongside experienced engineers, designers, and CAD professionals.
• Build a strong foundation for a career in civil engineering design.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods. Occasionally working in conditions that require extended periods of standing and/or walking.
• Ability to occasionally attend project meetings, site visits, or field reviews as needed.
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor situations with varying temperatures and weather conditions.

This is a non-exempt position. The hourly rate is $18 – $19 per hour.

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

Monthly educational webinars

Leadership training

Lunch & learn development sessions

24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

Award-winning internship program

Employee recognition

And so much more!

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