Title: Civil/Structural Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Transmission (Akron) Location: Akron, OH Employment Type: Full-time Job Type: Intern Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Description: Description
A Brief Overview
Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:
Transmission & Distribution
The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.
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Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentation.
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Assist with responses to general questions.
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Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.
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Present solutions to concerns.
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Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.
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Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
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Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
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Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
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Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
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Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
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ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
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Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
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Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
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Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
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Demonstrated leadership skills.
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Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
Benefits
Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Intern
Primary Location US-OH-Akron
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Req ID: 264456
Job Hire Type Intern #LI-FK #T&D N/A
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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