About the role#
As a Civil Engineering Intern in our Transmission & Distribution group, you will support the planning and design of electrical power delivery projects. This includes work on overhead and underground transmission, distribution systems, substations, and grid modernization. You will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to help our team deliver project goals.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design tasks and update existing engineering documents.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and ad hoc assignments.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
- Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, documentation, and preparing PowerPoint presentations.
- Respond to general project inquiries.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including 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 a plus.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship based in Wallingford, Connecticut.
- The role requires approximately 5% travel.
- This position is offered on a 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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