Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Minneapolis)

Our Drafting Interns revise existing drawings, prepare drawings of basic components from verbal, written, or sketched instructions, and plot drawings while learning company and client drafting standards and discipline practices. Assignments vary across market segments and locations, including Transmission & Distribution projects.

Responsibilities

• Revise existing drawings and prepare new drawings of basic components based on explicit verbal, written instructions, or detailed sketches.
• Plot drawings accurately.
• Learn and follow company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Learn the practices of a selected discipline.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a certificate, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field; currently enrolled and in good standing.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self‑motivated, eager learner with aptitude to grow within the field.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without future sponsorship.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $18.00 – $27.00, based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) retirement program (subject to plan requirements).
• Sick leave accrued based on actual hours worked.

Schedule

• Full‑time position.
• Travel required: approximately 5 % of the time.
• Primary location: Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.