Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern (Fall 2026 Co-Op) - Transmission & Distribution (Wallingford)

Burns & McDonnell; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Sick leave

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Drafting Intern to revise existing drawings and prepare basic component drawings from explicit instructions or sketches. You will plot drawings and learn drafting standards while gaining exposure to multiple market segments.

The internship runs full-time, with opportunities to develop CAD skills, collaborate with engineers, and participate in Transmission & Distribution projects. Strong communication and initiative are expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from explicit verbal or written instructions or detailed sketches.
• Plot drawings; learn and follow company and client drafting standards and procedures; learn practices of a selected discipline.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivation

Aptitude to grow

Work authorization in US

Education

CAD/Engineering Technology degree program

Currently enrolled in post-secondary program

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Description

Our Drafting Interns are responsible for revising existing drawings and preparing drawings of basic components from explicit verbal or written instructions or detailed sketches. This position successfully plots drawings; learns and follows company and client drafting standards and procedures; learns the practices of a selected discipline. Other duties as assigned.

Opportunities as a Drafting Intern exist in multiple market segments and locations. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments and locations. Please see below for information on each market:

Transmission & Distribution

The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-s-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Compensation

$19.00-28.00 Hourly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The final agreed upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Intern

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5% of the Time

Req ID: 263895

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #T&D