About the role#
This internship focuses on the Transmission and Distribution group, which handles the planning and design of electrical transmission projects. You will support lead engineers with substation design, grid modernization, and power delivery infrastructure. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Orlando.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design systems.
- Update and correct existing engineering designs.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
- Assist with administrative tasks including documentation, data entry, and presentation preparation.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Respond to general project inquiries and assist with ad hoc assignments.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. ABET accreditation is preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- 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.
- You must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
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.
How to get in at Burns & McDonnell
Securing an internship at Burns & McDonnell requires speed because early applicants often get seen before the pile grows. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, which helps you apply among the first. This gives you a clear advantage over candidates who rely on manual searches. You can use this lead time to prepare a focused application that highlights your relevant technical skills. Reaching out to the right people at Burns & McDonnell can also improve your response rates. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or request a referral. A professional, direct inquiry often yields better results than submitting a resume into a general queue.
