About the role#
This is a full-time internship for students pursuing a career in fire protection engineering. You will join the Aviation and Federal group in Brea, California. This team works on facility design, master planning, and operational systems for military and commercial aviation projects like terminals, hangars, and infrastructure. This position is on-site and requires 5 percent travel.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Design engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Take on other tasks as assigned by the team.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary program, with ABET accreditation preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is helpful.
- A self-motivated attitude and a desire to learn.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Brea, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20.50 to $39.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Eligible interns may 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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