About the role#
As a Civil Engineering Intern, you will work with our teams to support various departments and regional offices. This position involves applying standard engineering techniques and procedures to assist with project tasks and business objectives. You will gain exposure to different market segments including Environmental Services, Power, Transportation, Transmission and Distribution, and Water.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design work for engineering systems and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and documentation.
- Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and preparing PowerPoint presentations.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, develop solutions, and present your recommendations.
- Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Respond to general inquiries and follow all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary education or technical certificate program.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
- You must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Compensation: $19.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on individual qualifications and experience.
- Benefits: Eligible interns may participate in the 401(k) retirement program and accrue sick leave based on hours worked.
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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