About the role#
As a CAD Intern within our Power group, you will contribute to the planning and design of power generation and decarbonization projects. This includes work on gas turbines, utility-scale battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture, solar, and nuclear plant services. This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Chicago.
What you'll do#
- Revise existing drawings and prepare drawings of basic components based on sketches or verbal and written instructions.
- Plot drawings as needed.
- Learn and apply company and client drafting standards.
- Develop your understanding of practices within the power discipline.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a certificate, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree program in Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Self-motivation and an interest in professional growth within the field.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Compensation: $19.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
- Benefits: Participation in the 401(k) program is available 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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