In PersonMust live in Illinois and commute to the Addison facility during the Spring semester.
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering
About the job
Requirements
Currently be a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, CAD design, or a related field.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, or similar software is helpful.
Be able to understand technical plans, diagrams, and specifications.
Perform CAD work accurately and precisely.
Be able to identify and resolve issues in drawings and models.
Live in Illinois and be able to commute to the Addison facility during the Spring semester.
Complete a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical as conditions of a job offer.
Responsibilities
Create, modify, and update 2D and 3D models and drawings using CAD software.
Update existing drawings and models based on design changes and specifications.
Enter and organize data related to projects, drawings, and files.
Gain practical experience in CAD software, drafting techniques, and project workflows.
Identify and resolve potential issues in drawings and models, and communicate them to supervisors.
**APPLICANT MUST LIVE IN ILLINOIS AND BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO ADDISON, IL. DURING THE SPRING SEMESTER**
What We're Seeking:
SWD Inc., located in Addison, IL. is looking for a Spring 2027 CAD Intern! We are looking for current students pursuing a Bachelors' degree in Computer Science, Engineering, CAD design, or a related field. This internship will be 100% on-site in Addison, IL. You must be able to commute to our facility. This internship is PAID at $18.00 per hour.
This internship will span over the Spring semester (January-May). However, we are flexible on the starting and ending dates depending on your classes and schedule. Hours are flexible! We know you have classes and homework to complete. Hours will be 16-24 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Creating, modifying, and updating 2D and 3D models and drawings using CAD software
Updating existing drawings and models based on design changes and specifications
Entering and organizing data related to projects, drawings, and files
Gaining practical experience in CAD software, drafting techniques, and project workflows
Identifying and resolving potential issues in drawings and models, and communicating them to supervisors
Qualifications:
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, or similar software is helpful
Ability to understand technical plans, diagrams, and specifications
Accuracy and precision are essential for CAD work
Ability to identify and resolve issues in drawings and models
About Us:
SWD Inc. opened for business in March 1980 with three employees in a 9,000 sq. ft. leased facility and began black oxiding, cleaning, and pickling operations with used equipment. In late 1980, the company began passivating stainless steel and in 1981 purchased Fastener Sorting Corporation. Today, a recognized leader in the Metal Finishing and Fastener Sorting fields, SWD Inc. has around 250 employees and runs three shifts per day in its 250,000 sq. ft. facility just west of Chicago in Addison, Illinois.
Note: SWD is a Drug-Free workplace. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, and Pre-Employment Physical.
*Please Note: This role uses AI‑assisted tools in parts of the hiring process, as required to be disclosed under Illinois law.