Drafting Intern

Summary/objective

To provide the intern with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfill a drafting role and responsibilities as it relates to the precast concrete products industry. The internship is designed to extend over a continuous training period of no less than 10 weeks. The role is designed to include two major components: Drafting in AutoCAD / SolidWorks & project documentation in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Drafting: Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and schematics using computer-aided design (CAD) software under the guidance of a drafter and engineers.
• Documentation: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project documentation, including drawings, specifications, bill of materials, and other documents as needed.
• Revision and Modification: Collaborate with the drafter, sales team, and operations to revise and modify existing drawings as required, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Review drawings for errors, inconsistencies, and compliance with drafting standards and industry regulations.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with team members to understand project requirements and coordinate drafting tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support: Provide general support to the team, such as organizing files, completing project documentation, and assisting with administrative tasks. 

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate and precise technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of engineering and design principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards professional development.
• Time management skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, climb, sit, use hands & fingers, handle or feel objects, as well as talk and hear. 
• This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
• The work described will require this position to be in the plant and yard environment at times, independent of weather conditions.

Required education and experience

• Current enrollment in a relevant degree program (e.g., Engineering, Architecture, Drafting Technology) or recent graduate.
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar programs. 

Duration and Compensation

This is a paid internship position with a duration of at least 10 weeks. The intern will work 40 hours per week. Opportunities for continued employment or advancement within the company may be available based on performance and business needs. This hourly position will pay $19-23.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Lakelands Concrete Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Rev. 02/2024