About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern in the Transmission and Distribution group, you will contribute to the design and planning of power delivery projects. This includes work on substations, overhead and underground transmission, and grid modernization. You will work directly under lead engineers to support project requirements and technical documentation.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques to design systems and update existing project plans.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and ad hoc assignments.
- Research technical concerns and present potential solutions to the team.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Handle project documentation including filing, scanning, and data entry.
- Respond to general project inquiries.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for Electrical Engineering or a related field, preferably at an ABET-accredited institution.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership through campus or community involvement.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Brea, California.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- Travel is required approximately 5 percent 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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