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Fabrication Intern - Buildings (Summer 2026) at Stantec · 1100…
InternshipOn-siteFull-time1100 Louisiana Street Suite One, Houston, TX, 77002
Skills
rhino 3dparametric design toolscnc cam softwarewoodshop equipmentdigital fabrication toolsenthusiasm for designcommunication skillscreative problem-solvingorganizational skillsteam collaboration
Job Description
Summary: Stantec is focused on becoming the world’s leading integrated design practice and is currently seeking a Fabrication Intern to assist in transforming creative ideas into physical reality. The role involves developing conceptual designs, collaborating with the fabrication team, and producing technical documentation while fostering a collaborative team culture.
Responsibilities:
- Develop conceptual designs into detailed technical models
- Collaborate with the Fabrication team to determine optimal build strategies and fabrication details
- Output both client-facing and internal clean, accurate 2D technical drawings from 3D models
- Generate comprehensive project documentation, including parts lists, exploded-view diagrams, and fabrication specs
- Outline material, dimensional, and hardware requirements
- Output CAM-ready files for CNC, 3D printer, and other digital fabrication tools
- Safely operate woodshop equipment
- Embrace and take part in a collaborative team culture that values problem-solving and knowledge-sharing
Required Qualifications:
- Must currently be pursuing a degree in architecture, industrial design, engineering, or related fields
- Proficiency in Rhino 3D
- Experience with parametric design tools, such as Grasshopper
- Familiarity with woodshop equipment
- Basic understanding of CNC CAM software, such as RhinoCAM or Fusion
- Strong interest in digital fabrication tools, such as CNC routers, robotic arms, 3D printers, and laser cutters
- Strong communication skills
- Strong creative problem-solving and organizational skills
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Enthusiasm for designing and making
Required Skills: Rhino 3D
Important Skills: Parametric design tools, CNC CAM software, Woodshop equipment, Digital fabrication tools
Nice-to-Have Skills: Enthusiasm for design, Communication skills, Creative problem-solving, Organizational skills, Team collaboration
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans, Wellness program, Health saving accounts, Flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, Employee stock purchase program, Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short-term/long-term disability plans, Emergency travel benefits, Tuition reimbursement, Professional membership fee coverage, Paid family leave, Ten paid holidays in each calendar year, Vacation between 10 and 20 days per year, Paid sick leave
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave