CAD Water InternWG

HDR, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a CAD Water Intern to support design teams by creating 2D and 3D drawings with AutoCAD Civil 3D and producing construction drawings.

You will collaborate with engineers, EITs, and project managers to interpret engineering concepts and apply changes. The role requires current enrollment in a CAD degree or certificate program with at least 1 year toward degree and a 3.0+ GPA; familiarity with engineering design, drawing reviews, and basic Microsoft Office skills

Qualifications

• 1 year completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Currently enrolled in a CAD degree or certificate program
• Ability to learn and understand engineering concepts and design
• Ability to review and produce accurate drawings, dimensions, and specifications while adhering to project standards, design criteria, and detailed instructions
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

• Create technical drawings: Develop detailed 2D and 3D models using AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce construction drawings
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, EITs, project managers and other CAD users to interpret and develop engineering concepts and designs
• Design review and revision: Update and correct drawings based on redlines, mark-ups, feedback, scope and/or design changes
• Communicate: ask questions, effectively share ideas, convey information to other team members
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office

CAD software knowledge

Education

Undergraduate or graduate enrollment

CAD degree or certificate program

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

In the role of CAD Water Intern, we’ll count on you to:

• Create technical drawings: Develop detailed 2D and 3D models using Autocad Civil 3D to produce construction drawings
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, EITs, project managers and other CAD users to interpret and develop engineering concepts and designs
• Design review and revision: Update and correct drawings based on redlines, mark-ups, feedback, scope and/or design changes
• Communicate: ask questions, effectively share ideas, convey information to other team members
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Currently enrolled in a CAD degree or certificate program
• Ability to learn and understand engineering concepts and design
• Ability to review and produce accurate drawings, dimensions, and specifications while adhering to project standards, design criteria, and detailed instructions
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Attention to detail a must
• Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.