About the role#
This internship focuses on the Aviation & Federal group. You will support projects involving facility design, master planning, and infrastructure for commercial aviation and military clients. This includes work on hangars, terminals, and runways. You will work on-site in Chicago.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Design engineering systems and update existing designs.
- Support lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Collect and analyze data to help with continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, analyze potential problems, and recommend solutions.
- Prepare presentations, handle documentation, and manage data entry.
- Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Type: Full-time, on-site internship.
- Compensation: $20.50 to $39.00 per hour.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Benefits: Eligible for 401(k) participation and accrued sick leave.
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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