About the role#
This is a full-time internship for the Fall 2026 term. You will join the Transmission and Distribution group in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This team handles the planning and design of electrical transmission projects, including power delivery, substation design, and grid modernization.
What you'll do#
- Revise existing drawings.
- Prepare drawings of basic components based on detailed sketches or explicit instructions.
- Plot drawings.
- Learn and apply specific company and client drafting standards.
- Develop an understanding of the practices within your assigned discipline.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a post-secondary or technical certificate program, pursuing a degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Previous internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without future visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
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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