Drafting Internship

Communications & Power Industries (CPI)•Kilgore, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Drafting and Design Intern to support mechanical drafting and design activities within our Kilgore, TX engineering organization. This role is intentionally structured to align with academic requirements for an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program and provides hands-on experience applying drafting, modeling, and design principles in a real-world manufacturing environment. This role is part-time with a minimum of 9 hours/week. The intern will perform mechanical drafting work under the direct supervision of a qualified engineer or designer, while contributing to active engineering and production initiatives.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required
Currently enrolled in an AAS Engineering Graphics & Design or related program
Basic understanding of mechanical drafting principles and drawing interpretation
Familiarity with at least one CAD platform (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor)
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication and willingness to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Exposure to 3D modeling and basic design concepts
Familiarity with manufacturing processes or mechanical systems
Interest in 3D printing, tooling design, or process improvement
Prior coursework or exposure to mechanical or industrial design

Responsibilities

Create and revise 2D mechanical drawings using AutoCAD
Generate 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
Produce detailed engineering drawings from 3D models, including dimensions, tolerances, and bill of materials (BOMs)
Support design documentation updates and drawing control processes
Assist engineers with design, development, and selection of basic hardware components
Support prototype fabrication, testing, and documentation
Contribute to tooling, fixtures, and jig design for manufacturing applications
Participate in time studies and process flow analysis to improve efficiency
Evaluate assembly processes and assist in developing mistake-proofing solutions (poka-yoke)
Assist in motion control, robotics, or automated systems projects
Support 3D printing initiatives, including part design, testing, and SOP development
Contribute to piping or plant layout design using Autodesk Plant 3D (if applicable)
Assist in documenting assembly processes for complex systems such as antennas or structural assemblies
Work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve design and production issues
Support technicians and assemblers with drawing interpretation and troubleshooting
Compile data and present findings to engineering leadership