About the role#
As an Architecture Intern within our Global Facilities group, you will work alongside architects, designers, and engineers. You will contribute to projects across various sectors, including healthcare, research, manufacturing, and mission-critical facilities. This role involves supporting the full project lifecycle, from initial site selection through to startup.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with project teams on design, construction documentation, and specification development.
- Assist in creating designs for a variety of project types.
- Participate in client presentations and programming tasks.
- Review shop drawings and support construction administration.
- Help identify and develop solutions to technical problems.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Architecture or a related field.
- NAAB accreditation is strongly preferred.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Term: Rolling.
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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