About the role#
As an Environmental Engineering Intern, you will support the Environmental Services team with projects related to air quality and noise. You will apply standard engineering techniques to help lead engineers with project duties, system designs, and documentation. This role involves a mix of technical tasks, research, and administrative support to ensure projects move forward effectively.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering procedures to design systems and update existing plans.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and present recommended solutions to the team.
- Assist with daily documentation, including filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Respond to general project inquiries and help with ad hoc assignments from managers.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred, as is an ABET-accredited program.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Austin or Fort Worth, Texas.
- The role is full-time and paid.
- Travel is required approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Interns may participate in the 401(k) retirement program if eligibility requirements are met, and 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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