CAD Technician Internship; South Texas

Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in civil engineering design while working alongside experienced professionals? As a CAD Technician Intern, you will support engineers, designers, and project managers on a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects. This position provides exposure to roadway, railway, site development, utility, and drainage projects while helping you build practical skills using industry-leading design technology.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing an associate degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or a related technical field who are interested in developing a career within the civil engineering industry.

• Assist engineers and design staff with the preparation and modification of technical drawings and design deliverables.
• Create, update, and maintain CAD files, exhibits, plan sheets, and 3D models.
• Support the development of roadway, railway, drainage, utility, and site design plans.
• Utilize CAD software to produce accurate, organized, and high-quality project deliverables.
• Perform drafting assignments using sketches, markups, design calculations, and engineering standards.
• Assist with document organization, plan production, and quality control reviews.
• Coordinate with project team members to ensure assignments are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Learn and apply company drafting standards, CAD procedures, and industry best practices.
• Participate in project and team meetings to gain exposure to engineering design processes and project development activities.

• Currently enrolled in Drafting & Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or related technical program.
• Basic knowledge of Autodesk and/or Bentley CAD software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and interpret technical information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Interest in pursuing a career within the civil engineering industry.
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Exposure to survey, roadway, railway, drainage, utility, or site design concepts through coursework or projects.
• Previous internship, academic project, or drafting experience.

• Real-world experience supporting active civil engineering projects.
• Exposure to industry-standard CAD software and modeling workflows.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers, designers, and CAD professionals.
• Opportunities to develop technical drafting and design skills.
• A strong foundation for a future career in engineering design and infrastructure development.

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally stand and walk for extended periods as needed.
• Ability to attend project meetings, site visits, and field reviews when required.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying weather conditions.

This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $18.00 - $19.00 per hour.

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health…