Student Intern – Engineering / Drafting

 

 

This position assists our engineering/drafting team in creating and updating technical drawings, models, and documentation. This internship offers hands-on experience in CAD software, engineering design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support ongoing projects.

Essential Functions 

• Support senior drafters and engineers in creating detailed structural drawings and plans
• Assist in examining documents such as contract drawings, specifications, and change orders to verify completeness and accuracy of data according to designer’s drawings
• Use CAD and Tekla software to produce technical drawings
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret design specifications and ensure alignment with project requirements
• Review and adjust drawings to meet industry codes, regulations and project standards
• Assist in communicating with project team members to coordinate drafting activities and resolve design related issues
• Assist in the preparation of design documentation, reports and presentations
• Learn and apply industry standards and best practices in structural drafting
• Adhere to company policies and safety guidelines throughout all tasks and projects

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree or equivalent, or certification from trade/technical school in a related discipline
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Tekla and other similar tools is required
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, specifications, governmental regulations, drawings and job specifications
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively with customers

Term: Monday May 4, 2026 to Friday August 28, 2026

Pay rate: $20 to $22.50 per hour

Canam, an employer that makes you want to stay 

Since 1960, Canam has been an employer with a strong, unifying and family-oriented culture, rallying its 5,100 employees. Established in Canada, the United States, Romania, India and the Philippines, our company continues to grow thanks to the innovation and know-how of each and every one of our employees. In fact, in order to build structures that are known and recognized for their quality throughout North America, you need to feel that you have what it takes to succeed in these major projects. Proud of our accomplishments, we are here to stay, and it is with you that we want to do so.

Canam Group Inc. appreciates your interest in this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Canam Group Inc. is committed to providing employment accommodation. If you require accommodation to apply, or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) needed.

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