About the role#
As a Geotechnical Engineering Intern, you will work with our team to support engineering services across the department. You will apply geotechnical concepts, principles, and codes to real projects while gaining hands-on experience. This role involves working from the conceptual design phase through to completion.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to geotechnical design projects.
- Compile data including boring logs and subsurface profiles.
- Help plan subsurface explorations and laboratory testing programs.
- Research and recommend solutions to project concerns.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as documentation, data entry, and presentation creation.
- Respond to general inquiries and support ad hoc projects.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary or technical certificate program.
- Strong preference for ABET-accredited programs and a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Strong preference for students pursuing a Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and active involvement in campus or community activities.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is preferred.
- Ability to work in the United States without requiring future sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Travel: 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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