CAD Intern

Industry

Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a CAD/Drafting Intern to support our design team in our Denver, CO office. This role is specifically designed for students currently enrolled in a CAD, Drafting, or Design Technology program who are looking to gain hands-on drafting experience while completing their education.

This is a CAD-focused role, not an engineering position.

You will support designers and engineers by producing 2D drawings and documentation, learning industry CAD tools, and working on real-world projects in a professional design environment. This internship is intended to provide practical experience for CAD students.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

Here's what you'll need

• Must be currently enrolled in secondary education courses and working towards a degree in CAD
• CAD application understanding preferred in MS and ACAD but will help teach on the job.
• Must be willing to work in the Corvallis office a minimum of 16-20 hours a week on average while finishing school. More hours are always welcome with some hybrid working at home.
• Must live within commutable distance from Corvallis office
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Preferred

• CAD application understanding preferred in Micro Station and ACAD but will help teach our 3D modeling platforms on job.
• Focused and concise verbal and written communication
• Strong time management skills and experience
• Reliable, focused, and detail-oriented.
• Excels under pressure and can maintain a calm demeanor at all times

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

47,300.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

58,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $58,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

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