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

Burns & McDonnell; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Qualifications

• Pursuit of certificate, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in CAD, Engineering Tech, or related degree.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary or technical program related to the department work.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/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 Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with ability to grow in the field.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components from instructions or sketches.
• Plot drawings and ensure compliance with company and client drafting standards.
• Learn and follow drafting practices within a chosen discipline and assist with project tasks.
• Participate in multiple market segments and locations as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerP

Education

Certificate, Associate's or Bachelor's degree (drafting/engineering tech)

Post-secondary drafting/engineering program enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

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

Req ID: 264571

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