About the role#
As a Civil Engineering Intern in our Power group, you will support the planning, design, and startup of power generation and decarbonization technologies. This includes work on gas turbines, battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture, solar, and nuclear plant services. You will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to assist our project teams.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design work for engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research and recommend solutions to project-specific problems.
- Prepare documentation, data entry, and PowerPoint presentations.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Respond to general inquiries and comply with all company policies.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated leadership and active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- You must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Term: Rolling basis.
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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