Civil Drafting Internship - Water/Wastewater

olsson; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Career development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a drafting intern for our Water/Wastewater team. You will assist engineers and designers using AutoCAD Civil 3D to create plans and perform design work.

You will also contribute to production sheets by adding dimension/layout plans and title/detail sheets for projects such as sanitary sewer piping and water treatment facilities. Ideal candidates are pursuing an associate degree in architectural drafting, have working knowledge of AutoCAD, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with engineers and designers.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Pursuing an associate degree in architectural drafting or a similar drafting program.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers/designers using AutoCAD Civil 3D to create plans and perform design work.
• Contribute to project production sheets by adding dimension/layout plans and title/detail sheets.
• Work on projects such as sanitary sewer piping, water/wastewater pump stations, water piping, and water treatment facilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ownership mindset

Education

Associate degree in architectural drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson offers clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. As a drafting intern on our Water/Wastewater team, you will provide assistance to engineers and designers using AutoCAD Civil 3D software to create plans and perform design work. You will also contribute to project production sheets by adding dimension/layout plans and title/detail sheets. Typical projects you will work on include sanitary sewer piping, water and wastewater pump stations, water piping, water supply wells, water storage tanks, and water treatment facilities.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Pursuing an associate degree in architectural drafting or a similar drafting program
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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