Drafting Intern: 3D Modeling, AutoCAD & Design Support

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) invites a student in Industrial Design or Drafting to join the team in Minnesota as a design/drafting intern. You will assist with design deliverables, participate in 2D/3D modeling, and help verify quantities against design documents and field needs.

The role emphasizes drafting standards, collaboration with engineering and construction teams, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. Start planned for May 2027 at our Minnesota location.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Drafting, or related field.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and related drafting/modeling tools.
• Basic knowledge of Architectural, Electrical, Civil, and structural engineering construction practices and drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft Teams, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design deliverables with engineering, preconstruction, project management, procurement, and construction teams.
• Assist in developing and maintaining 2D and 3D models of electrical equipment, systems, and site layouts.
• Assist with validation of project quantities and identify discrepancies between design documents, procurement assumptions, and field installation requirements.
• Utilize and follow established company drafting standards, templates, assemblies, and design practices.
• Support field teams through design clarification, layout coordination, and resolution of drawing-related issues during project execution.
• Identify design conflicts, constructability concerns, and coordination issues and elevate them to theappropriate projectstakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of design processes, drafting standards, templates, and project execution practices.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job description

Knobelsdorff (KE) invites a student in Industrial Design or Drafting to join the team in Minnesota as a design/drafting intern. You will assist with design deliverables, participate in 2D/3D modeling, and help verify quantities against design documents and field needs.

The role emphasizes drafting standards, collaboration with engineering and construction teams, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. Start planned for May 2027 at our Minnesota location.