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 the design of electrical systems and help maintain project documentation. This role involves a mix of technical design work and administrative support to ensure projects stay on track.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the design of engineering systems and update existing project designs.
- Research project concerns, analyze potential solutions, and present your findings to the team.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Handle documentation tasks including filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Respond to general project inquiries and assist with ad hoc assignments as needed.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
- Currently enrolled in good standing in a post-secondary education or technical certificate program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with clear verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- A self-motivated attitude and a desire to learn.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States permanently without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Status: Paid 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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