About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern in our Aviation and Federal group, you will work on projects involving facility design, infrastructure, and operational systems for commercial and military aviation sites. You will support lead engineers with technical tasks, design updates, and project documentation. This is a full-time, paid position based in Honolulu.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques to system designs.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and ad hoc assignments.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and present potential solutions.
- Handle administrative tasks including documentation, data entry, and presentation preparation.
- Respond to general project inquiries.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- ABET accreditation and prior internship or consulting experience are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, HI.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19.50 to $37.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Eligible for 401(k) participation and accrued sick leave.
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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