About the role#
This internship position within our Environmental Services group supports the full life cycle of infrastructure development. You will work on projects ranging from permitting to the remediation of soil and groundwater for municipal, state, and federal clients. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kansas City.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and documentation.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, analyze potential issues, and present recommended solutions.
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Respond to general inquiries and assist with ad hoc projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for GIS, Geospatial Science, Geomatics, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related natural science field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred, as is involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
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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