Technician Internships
Technician internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working technicians, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. {{top_industries_phrase}} lead the demand, with Agiliti, HNTB Corporation, and Chippewa County, WI among the employers posting roles now.
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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails close supervision, assists assigned departments by preparing drawings with CADD, assists in other aspects of plan preparation such as information gathering and plan production. Focus of tasks generally related to specific Engineering sub-type which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum, usually on a part-time, temporary, or co-op basis.
Our Central States office seeks Intern Technicians within the following areas: Bridge and Roadway.
Relocation and housing are not provided for this position.
What You’ll Do:
- Utilizes computer aided drafting, design software and various other computer software packages to assist in the preparation of construction details, design plans, reports, and meeting exhibits.
- Transfers information in numerical, written and sketched, or electronic format from sources such as legal descriptions, survey data, aerial photographs and computer files to final plans and maps.
- Visualizes and illustrates concept or designs in 2 or 3 dimensions. Utilizes mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Performs tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary program
What We Prefer:
- One year of relevant experience
AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure.
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #MZ #Bridges, #Highways.
Locations:
Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Oklahoma City, OK, Overland Park, KS (129th Street), Overland Park, KS (Sprint Parkway), St. Louis, MO.
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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.This opportunity entails close supervision, assists assigned departments by preparing drawings with CADD, assists in other aspects of plan preparation such as information gathering and plan production. Focus of tasks generally related to specific Engineering sub-type which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum, usually on a part-time, temporary, or co-op basis.
Our Central States office seeks Intern Technicians within the following areas: Bridge and Roadway.
Relocation and housing are not provided for this position.
What You’ll Do:
- Utilizes computer aided drafting, design software and various other computer software packages to assist in the preparation of construction details, design plans, reports, and meeting exhibits.
- Transfers information in numerical, written and sketched, or electronic format from sources such as legal descriptions, survey data, aerial photographs and computer files to final plans and maps.
- Visualizes and illustrates concept or designs in 2 or 3 dimensions. Utilizes mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Performs tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary program
What We Prefer:
- One year of relevant experience
AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure.
Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #MZ #Bridges, #Highways.
Locations:
Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Oklahoma City, OK, Overland Park, KS (129th Street), Overland Park, KS (Sprint Parkway), St. Louis, MO.
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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
Technician Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Technician Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications often opening in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Starting your search well before you need the role gives you access to the full range of structured and rolling openings.
Build proof before you apply
Hiring teams for technician interns expect limited work history, so your projects do the convincing. Document two or three complete projects that show the tools you used and the outcome you reached, a linked repository, published analysis, design portfolio, or lab write-up gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate before they even read your resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never appear at on-campus events.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Technician intern interviews typically involve a hands-on screen, a troubleshooting walkthrough, a circuit or systems problem, a tool-specific task, or a lab-scenario question depending on the discipline. Practice working through problems aloud, explaining your reasoning as you go, because interviewers weigh how you think as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Technician Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a technician internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that gives recruiters something concrete to assess: documented projects showing the tools you used and the problems you solved. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a technician internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for technician interns is consistent performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and timing your conversations about interest before the internship ends. Position yourself for the opportunity without counting on it as a certainty.
When should I apply for technician internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications often open in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking regularly rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest range of options.
Are technician internships paid?
Most professional technician internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are rare outside certain nonprofit or academic settings, and you can filter by compensation type to focus your search.
What should a technician internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and link to the work, a code repository, published analysis, case study, or CAD and design portfolio, depending on your area. Add relevant coursework, keep the whole document to one page, and list any certifications or lab training that signals hands-on readiness.
Can international students get technician internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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