CAD Intern – Transmission & Distribution Design

Burns & McDonnell; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Drafting Intern to revise drawings and prepare basic component drawings from explicit instructions or detailed sketches. You will plot drawings, learn drafting standards, and gain exposure to various market segments and locations, with responsibilities expanding as you grow.

The internship emphasizes self-motivation, leadership, and effective communication while you support project work under supervision.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary education or technical program related to the department.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active campus or community involvement and strong communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with basic MS Office knowledge.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-motivation to grow in the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from instructions.
• Plot drawings and learn company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Support multiple market segments and locations as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Self-motivated learner

Education

CAD/Engineering degree

Currently enrolled student

GPA 3.0 preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Drafting Intern to revise drawings and prepare basic component drawings from explicit instructions or detailed sketches. You will plot drawings, learn drafting standards, and gain exposure to various market segments and locations, with responsibilities expanding as you grow.

The internship emphasizes self-motivation, leadership, and effective communication while you support project work under supervision.