Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team of engineering and design professionals has an exciting opportunity available for a Civil Engineering Technology student who is eager to put their CAD talents to use to contribute to the design of a variety of aviation projects. As a member of our team, you will work alongside a passionate group of civil engineering professionals - including engineers and technicians and become engaged in a variety of active projects for small general aviation airports, large international hub airports, and military bases, which include the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements. While working on these projects, you will prepare preliminary and final designs from a collection of sketches, plans, specifications, and written and verbal instructions using Civil 3D and AutoCAD. You will also assist with performing calculations for project dimensions and elevations as well as compute and tabulate quantities. On occasion, you may have the opportunity to visit a project site to conduct conditions or site assessments or to assist with construction administration responsibilities by conducting surveys, observing construction operations, performing inspections, and maintaining progress reports. The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2024 from mid-May through mid-August. This position would primarily work from our office in Saint Paul or an assigned project site; however, there may be instances in which this position would be provided with flexible / hybrid work arrangements. Click the link below to learn more about the TKDA Internship Experience: Required Qualifications Undergraduate pursuing an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or related field. Working knowledge of Civil 3D and AutoCAD. Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills with an ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and coordinate development of construction documentation through collaboration with others. Attention to detail and demonstrated ability or organize and prioritize design tasks. Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.). Ability to work outdoors on active construction/project sites, carry up to 50 pounds of surveying equipment, walk over rough terrain, and standing for extended periods of time. Ability to travel locally as needed for project assignments, team meetings, site visits, etc. Must possess a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record. Advantageous Qualifications Prior experience developing construction documentation for various site grading, civil utilities, and general site projects. Previous experience conducting topographic surveys and processing field data to develop CAD drawings. Previous experience performing construction observation and/or survey operations including operation of instruments, recording and interpretation of data, and staking. Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability