About the role#
This internship offers the chance to work with teams of architects, designers, and engineers on a variety of project types. You will support the Global Facilities group, which handles planning and design for manufacturing facilities, data centers, and mission-critical systems. This role is full-time for the Winter 2027 term and requires on-site work in Columbus, Ohio.
What you'll do#
- Create designs for projects in sectors like healthcare, research, institutional, and manufacturing.
- Assist with construction documentation and specification development.
- Participate in client presentations and project programming.
- Review shop drawings and support construction administration tasks.
- Help the team develop solutions to technical problems.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Architecture or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- You must be a self-motivated learner.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a construction and engineering firm based in Kansas City, Missouri. The company employs over 16,000 people and operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. Its professionals provide services in architecture, environmental consulting, and infrastructure planning. The firm supports clients across sectors including aviation, water, power, and manufacturing.
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