Civil Engineering CAD Intern

Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) is seeking a motivated CAD Intern to join our civil Engineering team in our Christiansburg office. This position is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested in developing hands-on experience in construction plan drafting and general project support within a civil engineering environmentThis internship is designed as a training opportunity with the goal of identifying a strong long-term candidate for future full-time employment.We are looking for someone with strong potential and the ability to learn, even if they do not yet have professional experience.ResponsibilitiesAssist in preparing and revising civil engineering construction plans using AutoCADDraft plan sheets, details, profiles, and related design documentsApply established company and industry drafting standardsIncorporate markups and revisions from engineers and project managersHelp create technical reports, cost estimates, and project documentationAssist with preparation of permit applications and submission packagesSupport file organization, document management, and other administrative project tasksLearn how engineering concepts are translated into construction documents and regulatory submittalsQualificationsStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to follow standards, templates, and technical instructions consistentlyGood spatial reasoning and visualization skillsAbility to understand how individual drawing elements fit into an overall projectStrong written and organizational skills for reports and documentationAbility to learn and willingness accept feedbackDependability and ability to work in an office team environment Preferred QualificationsCoursework, training, or certification in AutoCAD / CAD draftingExperience with technical drawing, drafting, architecture, engineering graphics, or design softwareInterest in civil engineering, land development, transportation, utilities, or infrastructure projectsNo prior professional experience is required. We are willing to train the right candidateSuccess in this role requires strong attention to standards, accuracy, and the ability to visualize how a project is constructed from plan drawings.Why Join AMT?At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization - values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands.The AMT DifferenceOur company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth.Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture. To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.Competitive Benefit PackageTo strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get: Tiered medical coverage Dental/Vision 401(k) with 6% Company Match Short- and long-term disability College savings plan Life insurance Paid time off Holidays Training/CertificationsWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.