The Opportunity
As a CAD Design Specialist Intern, you will work alongside our Concrete Restoration Systems commercial and technical teams to support drawings, project documentation, and customer-facing materials. You will gain hands-on experience translating project information and technical concepts into accurate visual details that support product recommendations, specifications, and commercial projects. This experience may lead to future opportunities in technical services or commercial project support.
- Create and update CAD drawings, details, layouts, and technical illustrations.
- Support project submittals, specifications, presentations, and customer materials.
- Develop product application details for concrete repair and restoration systems.
- Revise drawings based on project requirements and technical-team feedback.
- Help maintain drawing libraries, templates, standards, and project files.
- Review plans and project information to support technical recommendations.
The Program Details
- Full-time schedule (40 hours per week)
- Internship duration: May–August 2027 (12 weeks)
- Practical, hands-on learning with MAPEI’s CRS team
- Host location: Deerfield Beach, FL
What’s in it for you?
- Hourly Pay rate up to $23.00 commensurate on role and location
- Housing stipends consideration, available in certain situations
- Exposure to concrete restoration products, systems, and commercial projects
- Practical experience developing drawings and technical project materials
- Permanent full-time job opportunities after graduation
What you bring
- Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in CAD Design, Drafting, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (juniors and seniors preferred)
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar computer-aided design software
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, and technical information
- Strong communication skills, initiative, curiosity
- An innovative mindset and strong motivation to learn and succeed
- Willingness to travel
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
MAPEIP3
MAPEI is a world leader in the manufacturing of solutions of excellence for the building industry. Founded in Milan in 1937, MAPEI has more than 11,000 employees worldwide, with 100 subsidiaries in 57 countries and 86 manufacturing plants in 35 nations. Working for MAPEI
Our products are sold in residential and commercial channels, including national retail organizations. Some of our products include mortars, grouts, adhesives, concrete restorations products and various types of concrete and cement admixtures. We are extremely focused on green and sustainability initiatives, currently channeling 70% of our research work done into the development of sustainable products.
CRPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CRPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here.
Skills Required
- Actively pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in CAD Design, Drafting, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar computer-aided design software
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, and technical information
- Strong communication skills
- Initiative, curiosity, and motivation to learn and succeed
- Innovative mindset
- Willingness to travel
- Juniors and seniors preferred
What We Do
MAPEI is a global leader and one of the world's largest producers of chemical products for the construction industry. The company specializes in the manufacture of adhesives, sealants, mortars, and grouts used for installing all types of flooring and wall coverings. Their comprehensive offerings include waterproofing, structural strengthening, and concrete repairs, providing high-quality chemical solutions for every aspect of construction and tunnel building.
