Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern (Houston)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Sick leave

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Drafting Intern to revise drawings and prepare basic component drawings from instructions or sketches. The role supports CAD drafting while learning company standards and procedures.

Interns may be assigned additional tasks as they gain experience. The position emphasizes strong communication and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on developing drafting skills within our Oil, Gas & Chemical and Transmission & Distribution groups.

Qualifications

• Pursuing certificate/associate or bachelor's degree in CAD, engineering tech, or related field.
• Active enrollment in a post-secondary or technical program related to the work.
• GPA around 3.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from instructions or sketches.
• Learn and follow company/drafting standards and procedures.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivated learner

Leadership

Education

CAD/Engineering tech degree (certificate/associate/bachelor)

Currently enrolled in related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Our Drafting Interns are responsible for revising existing drawings and preparingdrawings 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.

Oil, Gas & Chemical

The Oil, Gas & Chemical group is responsible for the planning and design across the energy landscape. This includes project execution for midstream, refining, liquefied natural gas and chemicals, with a strong focus on energy security, biofuels, carbon capture, hydrogen and solutions that advance a sustainable energy future.

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-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.

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-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time