Drafting Intern Summer 2027

CMTA; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CMTA is seeking a Drafting Intern to assist in developing detailed construction drawings from redlines and rough sketches under engineer direction. You will work with experienced technicians, designers, and engineers to gain hands-on experience and to coordinate with architects, building owners, and other disciplines.

You will gain knowledge in creating construction drawings, load calculations, and effective problem solving while learning general design concepts and communication.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to listen carefully and work well on a team.
• Desire to learn quickly and grow professionally in the field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Proven integrity and ethical standards in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating construction drawings.
• Attend construction meetings.
• Learn load calculations and equipment selection.
• Address design problems and find effective solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop general design concepts.
• Communicate with clients, engineers, and architects to meet expectations.
• Other duties as assigned to assist the mechanical team.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

MS Office proficiency

Integrity and ethics

Education

Pursuing architectural drafting/design degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CMTA is a mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering consulting firm, specializing in building system design, services, and innovative solutions. At CMTA we care about people. We care about the success and wellbeing of our employees, clients, and communities. This translates into an unparalleled work environment and a superior client experience that thrives on integrity, quality, collaboration, and smart innovation. Through our culture shaped by our values, our mission of positively impacting people through innovative facility solutions will be possible.

Job Summary:

The Drafting Intern will be responsible for assisting in developing detailed plans and drawings for construction documents from redlines, rough sketches, and/or verbal direction from the Engineer. The Drafting Intern will work with experienced technicians, designers, and engineers for guidance and project mentoring to gain hands‑on experience. They will interact and coordinate with architects, building owners, engineers, and other disciplines as needed. The Drafting Intern will gain knowledge of creating construction drawings, load calculations, find effective solutions, learn general design concepts and effective communication. The intern will complete other duties and responsibilities assigned to assist the mechanical team and ensure a successful project completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating construction drawings.
• Attend construction meetings.
• Learn load calculations and select equipment.
• Address design problems and find effective solutions.
• Effectively collaborate with engineers to gain a general design concept.
• Successfully communicate with clients, engineers, and architects to discover and implement expectations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications required):

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architectural Drafting and Design or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to listen carefully and work well on a team.
• Have the desire to learn quickly and grow professionally within the field.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Products.
• Proven ability to maintain excellent integrity and ethical standards within the role.

Compensation for new hires is $19/Hr.

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