About the role#
The Environmental Services group manages the full life cycle of infrastructure development, including permitting and remediation for government, industrial, and utility clients. As an intern, you will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures while assisting lead engineers with project duties. This is a full-time, paid position that requires on-site work.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design tasks and update existing engineering designs.
- Support project documentation through filing, scanning, data entry, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Research project concerns, analyze data, and present potential solutions to the team.
- Assist with responses to general inquiries and handle ad hoc projects as assigned.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and comply with all company policies.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, Geomatics, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary education or technical certificate program.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, 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 consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: Austin, Texas and Fort Worth, Texas.
- 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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