About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to support our project teams. You will assist lead engineers with design tasks, system updates, and various project duties. This role provides exposure to our work in power generation, decarbonization, and transmission and distribution projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design work for engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Research project concerns and recommend solutions.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Present your findings and solutions to the team.
- Assist with documentation, data entry, and presentations.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary or technical certificate program.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- ABET accreditation for your degree program is strongly preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% 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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