About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will work with our Transmission and Distribution group to support power delivery projects. This includes overhead and underground transmission, substation design, renewable power integration, and grid modernization. You will collaborate with our teams to assist with daily operations and project-specific tasks.
What you'll do#
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and recommend solutions.
- Present your findings and solutions to the team.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as documentation, data entry, scanning, and filing.
- Create PowerPoint presentations and respond to general inquiries.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- ABET accreditation for your degree program is preferred.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: Akron, Ohio or Columbus, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site, 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.
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