Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Phoenix)

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Drafting Intern in Phoenix to revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from explicit instructions or sketches. You will learn drafting standards, plot drawings, and support multiple market segments as assigned.

Opportunities exist across Transmission & Distribution with varied project work and locations. Ideal candidates are enrolled in CAD/Engineering tech programs, with strong communication, problem solving, and leadership capabilities,

Qualifications

• Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in CAD, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to the work.
• GPA 3.0 or higher strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus, community or other activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and grow in the field.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from instructions.
• Plot drawings and follow company and client drafting standards.
• Learn practices of a selected discipline and assist on projects.
• Support multiple market segments and locations as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

CAD/Engineering tech degree

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.

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-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-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID:

264574

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-MW #T&D