About the role#
This internship focuses on the Transmission and Distribution group. You will support the planning and design of electrical transmission projects including substations, overhead and underground transmission, and grid modernization. You will work on-site and collaborate with teams to support our regional operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily tasks such as documentation, data entry, scanning, and filing.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations and respond to general inquiries.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and present recommended solutions to your team.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- 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.
- Candidates should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- ABET accreditation for your degree program is strongly preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Akron, Ohio and Columbus, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Compensation: $18.50 to $36.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Interns may participate in the 401(k) retirement program if eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on hours worked.
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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