About the role#
As a Civil Engineering Intern in our Transmission & Distribution group, you will support the planning and design of electrical transmission projects. This includes work on overhead and underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, and grid modernization. This is a full-time, paid internship based in Fort Worth, Texas.
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.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
- Present your findings and solutions to the team.
- Support continuous improvement efforts through data collection and analysis.
- Handle documentation tasks including filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. ABET accreditation is preferred.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Worth, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Benefits: Interns may participate in the 401(k) retirement program if eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on hours worked.
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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