About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern in our Global Facilities group, you will support the planning and design of mission-critical facilities, data centers, and district energy systems. This role involves applying standard engineering techniques to real-world projects. You will work alongside lead engineers to support project delivery from site selection through to startup.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design tasks for engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
- Assist with administrative project duties including documentation, data entry, and presentations.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing project data.
- Support lead engineers with ad hoc tasks and general inquiries.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills through campus or community involvement.
- ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is a plus.
- You must be a self-motivated learner.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- Travel is required approximately 5% of the time.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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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