About the role#
As an Electrical Engineering Intern in the Transmission and Distribution group, you will support the planning and design of power delivery projects. This includes work on overhead and underground transmission, substation design, and grid modernization. You will apply standard engineering techniques to real-world projects while gaining hands-on experience in a professional consulting environment.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to system designs.
- Update and correct existing engineering designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and ad hoc assignments.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
- Present your findings and solutions to team members.
- Handle documentation tasks including filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing project data.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary or technical certificate program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Wallingford, Connecticut.
- This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- Travel is required approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Compensation is $20.50 to $39.00 per hour, depending on individual qualifications and experience.
- Interns are eligible to participate in the 401(k) retirement program and accrue sick leave 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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