Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern - Power (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 39,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan
Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking a Drafting Intern to revise existing drawings and prepare basic component drawings from instructions or sketches. You will learn drafting standards and contribute to project work across market segments.

This internship supports opportunities across markets, with assignments varying by market and location. Ideal candidates are enrolled in CAD/Engineering Technology programs, have a 3.0 GPA, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in CAD, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary education or technical program related to the work.
  • Minimum GPA 3.0 strongly preferred.
  • Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Active involvement 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 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 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.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting interns revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from explicit verbal or written instructions or detailed sketches.
  • This position plots drawings; learns and follows company and client drafting standards and procedures.
  • Learns practices of a selected discipline; performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving
Analytical skills
Verbal and written communication
Leadership
Self-motivated learner

Education

CAD / Engineering Technology degree
Enrollment in related program
GPA 3.0 or higher
Prior internship experience
Active campus/community involvement
Work authorization in US without sponsorship

Tools

Microsoft Office

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:

Power

The Power group is responsible for the planning, design, and startup of power generation and decarbonization technologies. This includes gas turbines, utility-scale battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture technologies, solar, and nuclear plant services.

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.

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-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264049

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #PWR

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