About the role#
As a Geotechnical Engineering Intern, you will join the Burns & McDonnell Geotechnical Department to support engineering services. You will work alongside experienced geotechnical engineers to gain hands-on experience through project design and field-related tasks. This role involves a mix of technical design work, data management, and problem-solving to support our ongoing projects.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to geotechnical design from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Compile project data including boring logs and subsurface profiles.
- Help plan subsurface explorations and laboratory testing programs.
- Apply knowledge of geotechnical engineering concepts, practices, and codes.
- Research and analyze project concerns to recommend solutions.
- Participate in continuous improvement by collecting and analyzing data.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as documentation, data entry, and presentations.
- Handle ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned by managers.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
- Current enrollment in good standing in a post-secondary or technical program.
- Strong preference for students pursuing a Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
- ABET-accredited program preferred.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Self-motivated attitude with a desire to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% 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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