Summer 2027 CADD Intern- Renewables

Ulteig Engineers; Greenwood Village (CO); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(K) eligibility

Volunteer hours & Sick time

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig is seeking a CADD Intern to join our Renewables Department for Summer 2027. This internship helps you develop drafting and design skills while supporting utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects.

You will create construction drawings and site layouts using AutoCAD, and collaborate with engineers and designers to ensure accuracy and consistency across drawing sets. Two-year technical degree students or those enrolled in Technical Drafting programs are welcome.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or currently enrolled in a Technical Drafting program.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating construction drawings and site layouts for renewable energy projects.
• Use AutoCAD to support civil and/or structural design elements.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to ensure accuracy across drawing sets.
• Support development of plan sets for permits, approvals, and construction documentation.
• Learn industry standards and company practices in drafting and design production.
• Participate in design reviews and coordination activities under supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Two-year technical degree or currently enrolled in Technical Drafting program

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Ulteig is seeking a CADD Intern to join our Renewables Department for Summer 2027. This internship is designed for a motivated individual who is eager to develop their drafting and design skills while supporting utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to producing high-quality design deliverables that support our clients and the energy transition.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the creation of construction drawings and site layouts for renewable energy projects, including solar farms, wind facilities, and battery storage systems
• Use AutoCAD to support the preparation of civil and/or structural design elements
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to ensure accuracy and consistency across drawing sets
• Support the development of plan sets for permits, approvals, and construction documentation
• Learn and apply industry standards and company best practices in drafting and design production
• Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and drafting coordination activities under the supervision of experienced CAD technicians and engineers

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on professional experience contributing to large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects
• Exposure to real-world civil and structural design process for solar, wind, and BESS developments
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the consulting engineering industry
• Strengthened technical skills in AutoCAD, Civil3D, GIS and other industry-standard design software
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sustainable energy solutions
• Learn and apply company design and software standards and best practices

What We Expect from You

• Two-year technical degree or currently enrolled in school for Technical Drafting
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is required
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Must be available to work full-time during Summer 2027
• Potential to continue internship through the school year based on performance and business needs
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees - for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our Interns:

• Competitive Pay, 401(K) eligibility, Volunteer hours & Sick time
• Collaborative Environment

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $20-22/hr. *
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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