2026 Structural Technician/Draftsman Intern

Little Careers • Charlotte, NC

18d

About The Position

How you’ll make an impact on the structural team: Work individually or in a team under the guidance of a supervisor in an office environment. Prepare construction documents, including foundation plans, framing plans, sections, and details based on engineered sketches and company design standards. A willingness to learn basic structural engineering concepts and how commercial structures are constructed. Interpret and translate engineering calculations and design concepts into accurate technical drawings. Maintain company drafting standards and participate in the quality assurance of completed work. Coordinate structural drawings with multiple discipline-specific project team members. Perform site visits with field measuring and observations. Why Little: Little is a place where you'll be surrounded by colleagues with diverse expertise, backgrounds, generations, talents, experiences, and passions. If you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, they'll tell you—it's the people. It’s also our culture and the opportunity to help shape a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross-mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, and interests. We strive to give everyone exposure to the broadest possible range of experiences. We care deeply about our clients and each other, and we work to spark creativity and excitement in everyone around us.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in drafting and design, architecture, or engineering from an accredited college or university
• 0-5 years of relevant experience in drafting low and mid-rise buildings

Nice To Haves

• Autodesk Revit Certifications are not required but preferred

Responsibilities

• Work individually or in a team under the guidance of a supervisor
• Prepare construction documents, including foundation plans, framing plans, sections, and details based on engineered sketches and company design standards
• Learn basic structural engineering concepts and how commercial structures are constructed
• Interpret and translate engineering calculations and design concepts into accurate technical drawings
• Maintain company drafting standards and participate in the quality assurance of completed work
• Coordinate structural drawings with multiple discipline-specific project team members
• Perform site visits with field measuring and observations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees