About the role#
As an Environmental Engineering Intern, you will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to support our Environmental Services group. You will assist lead engineers with the full life cycle of infrastructure projects, including permitting and remediation efforts for municipal, government, and industrial clients.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design work and update existing engineering systems.
- Research solutions to project concerns, analyze data, and recommend improvements.
- Present findings and solutions to project teams.
- Support daily operations through data entry, documentation, and presentation preparation.
- Assist with ad hoc projects and general inquiries as assigned by managers.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field. ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical and problem solving abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Position is located in Southfield, Michigan.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship.
- Travel is required approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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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