Residential Design Intern

We don't just sell lumber, we Supply. Happiness. Drexel Building Supply is Team Member-owned and community-driven. With six retail hubs and three manufacturing plants across Wisconsin, we've been named a Wisconsin Top Workplace every year since 2011! Why? Because we hire for heart, train for skill, and live by our 11 core values - the backbone of what drives Team Blue to success. When you join our team, you aren't just an intern - you're an owner!

As a Residential Design Intern, your mission is to transform creative concepts and website plans into actionable construction documents that bring our customers' dreams to life. Driven by our core values, you will bring an enthusiastic, detail-oriented attitude to the design process, learning to master residential floor plans, elevations, and structural load concepts. Through clear communication and precision, you will directly support our team in delivering exceptional building plans, contributing to our overall success and experiencing firsthand what it means to be part of Team Blue!

• Schedule & Hours: In-person internship running 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• Timeline: Begins May 2026 and concludes August 2026.
• SHU Day & Location: The first day of the internship, Supply Happiness University,  takes place at Drexel Building Supply in Campbellsport (110 E Main St., Campbellsport, WI). Note: Transportation for the SHU day is not provided and must be arranged by the intern.
• Summer Placement: After the SHU day, interns report to their summer-long location based on placement determined by the Drexel People and Talent Team and the intern (placements determined by the beginning of January 2026).

• Blueprint & Scope Analysis: Read and interpret blueprints, scopes of work, and site plans with mathematical accuracy.
• Concept Floor Plans & Elevations: Develop functional concept floor plan layouts and attractive exterior elevations.
• Construction Documentation: Transform initial concept floor plans and elevations into comprehensive, build-ready construction documents.
• Structural Fundamentals: Learn and apply structural concepts including roof, truss, and floor load requirements.
• Collaborative & Creative Mindset: Bring a creative, detail-oriented, and highly communicative approach to every design project.

• Design Precision & Accuracy: High attention to detail in translating design ideas into complete, buildable plan sets.
• Technical Growth: Rapid development in software proficiency (such as Revit) and structural design understanding.
• Active Collaboration: Clear and proactive communication with design teammates, sales reps, and contractors to ensure client happiness.
• Teamwork & Culture: Energetic alignment with Drexel’s 11 core values and a "Supply. Happiness." mindset.

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Architecture, Residential Design, Interior Design, Architectural Drafting/Technology, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Comfortable with computer software and strong mathematical proficiency. Revit software experience is highly encouraged.
• Core Strengths: Detail-oriented, organized, creative problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge: Familiarity or desire to learn about residential building design, blueprint reading, and structural loads (roof, truss, and floor).

• The Wealth-Builder (Ownership): Gain hands-on exposure to a Team Member-owned ESOP culture where everyone wins together.
• Professional Growth: Hands-on experience working directly with industry experts on real-world projects.
• Team Blue Culture: Fun, supportive work environment recognized as a Top Workplace every year since 2011!
• Clothing Discount: Drexel pays 50% of your apparel items that you order from the Drexel clothing website.

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