About the role#
As a Civil Engineering Intern, you will work with our departments, global practices, or regional offices to support business strategies. You will assist with various tasks across groups including Aviation & Federal, Environmental Services, Power, Transportation, Transmission & Distribution, and Water. This position is based in Kansas City and requires approximately 5% travel.
What you'll do#
- Support project teams with documentation, data entry, filing, and scanning.
- Create and update PowerPoint presentations.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and present recommended solutions.
- Respond to general inquiries and assist with ad hoc projects as assigned.
- Comply with all company policies and operational standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary or technical program.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- Ability to work in the United States without requiring future visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- This position is paid and includes eligibility for the 401(k) retirement program and accrued sick leave.
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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