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Intern, Cad Drafting
Posted on March 3, 2026
- Alexandria, United States of America
- 17.0 - 20.0 USD (hourly)
- Internship
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Gain real-world work experience as an intern at Contech Engineered Solutions
As an intern with our Structural Steel Design team, you will learn:
- Design and Drafting: Utilize custom programs to independently create detailed drawings and, when necessary, bills of material for the manufacture and installation of our products.
- Critical Dimensions: Review design information, site plans, and manuals to determine critical dimensions for designs.
- Software Expertise: Utilize applications such as Tekla, AutoCAD, and Excel to complete drawings within project deadlines.
- Collaboration: Submit and review drawings with peers as needed. Collaborate with the design staff to determine design requirements, modifications, and resolve issues.
- Quality Assurance: Efficiently produce accurate drawings for review and approval by the design staff.
- Project Prioritization: Prioritize assigned projects based on due dates.
- Standardization: Develop and maintain standard and custom details for all product families.
- Communication: Serve as an interface between commercial operations, fabrication plant managers, customer service representatives, and structural engineers when necessary.
- Field Visits: Occasionally visit manufacturing facilities or product installation sites.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering, or AutoCAD.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret site plans, with knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the civil engineering field.
- Strong technical skills, including proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Tekla or related programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent mathematical skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changes, delays, and unexpected events.
- Strong ability to read and interpret documents, technical manuals, site plans, and engineering concepts.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
If you are an aspiring drafting professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision and collaboration, we encourage you to apply for the Structural Steel Design internship.
Contech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Click here to view information regarding your Equal Employment Opportunity rights and protections: Know Your Rights & EEO is the Law Supplement. Contech is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the Contech Recruiting team at (513) 645-7000.Tailor Your Resume for this Job
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