Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern - Transmission & Distribution (St. Louis)

Burns & McDonnell

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program
Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Drafting Intern to revise drawings and prepare components from verbal or written instructions. You will learn and apply drafting standards while supporting multiple market segments and locations.

The role emphasizes CAD software use, strong communication, and a proactive learner attitude; pursuing a CAD/Engineering Technology degree is preferred, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and prior internship experience beneficial.

Qualifications

  • Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related degree.
  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program related to the work.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Active involvement in campus or community activities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Self-motivated with eagerness to learn and grow in the field.
  • Candidates must be 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 or sketches.
  • Plot drawings and ensure standards and procedures are followed.
  • Learn practices of a selected discipline and support project work.
  • Assist with assigned duties across market segments and locations.

Skills

Problem solving
Communication
Leadership
Self-motivated
Microsoft Office

Education

CAD/Engineering Technology degree pursuit

Tools

CAD software

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-MO-Saint Louis
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
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