Civil/Structural Designer Intern - New Albany, OH

AEP Service Corporation; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is offering a designer internship based in Columbus, OH. The role requires proficiency with CAD to create and update 3D inventory parts, assemblies, and drawings, as well as 2D AutoCAD Electrical drawings.

Positions are onsite five days a week, building a foundation for your engineering career. Minimum qualifications include one year toward an AAS in drafting/CAD or related field, at least 18 years old, a December 2027 or later graduation date, and a GPA of 3.0+.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one year toward an associate degree in AAS drafting/CAD or relevant equivalent.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be 18 years old or older and graduation date December 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise and maintain engineering drawings and sketches.
• Support documentation for facilities and equipment; including construction and records.
• Obtain information from verbal notes, sketches, field notes and vendor catalogs.
• Perform mathematical calculations as required.
• Read vendor prints and integrate instructions into work.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Math calculations

Education

AAS in drafting/CAD (or related)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Civil3D

Inventor

Vault

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting End Date 12-31-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

This position involves using computer-aided drafting (CAD) to create & update 3D Inventory parts, assemblies, and drawings, as well as 2D AutoCAD Electrical drawings. Through these experiences, you will build a foundation for your future career.

Job Description Internship Details

By applying for the positions listed in this posting, you are expressing your interest in our designer internship based in Columbus, OH. Positions are located onsite five days a week.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 1) Create, revise and maintain engineering and record drawings, and sketches.
• 2) Support the creation, revision, and maintenance of facilities and equipment documents; including but not limited to construction, equipment, property documents and records.
• 3) Obtain information required to perform work from verbal communication, sketches, marked drawings, listings, field notes, vendors' catalogs and technical reference manuals and site visits.
• 4) Perform mathematical calculations required to accomplish assigned work.
• 5) Proficiency in the use of computer aided design software. Autodesk products - AutoCAD Electrical, Civil3D, Inventor, Vault.
• 6) Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• 7) Read vendors' prints, shop and other drawings and equipment operating instructions, and incorporate that information into the work being performed.
• 8) Demonstrate ethical behavior as outlined in the AEP corporate policies.
• 9) Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must have completed at least one year working toward associate degree in applied science (AAS) drafting and computer aided design (CAD) or in civil, structural, electrical or mechanical engineering technology or design, or relevant equivalent experience and/or education.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Physical demand level is Sedentary.
• Must be familiar with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods and can distinguish colors.

What You’ll Get at AEP

• Intern Student Engineer: Pay is commensurate with education hours.
• Minimum: $20.00/HR
• Mid-Point: $22.00/HR
• Paid AEP-recognized holidays
• 401(k) account
• Compensation Data Compensation Grade: Co-Op/Intern-001
• Compensation Range: $ - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is:

S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics. At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.