About the role#
As an Instrument & Controls Engineering Intern in our Aviation & Federal group, you will support the design and management of infrastructure projects. This team handles facility design, master planning, and operational systems for commercial aviation and military facilities. You will work on-site in Richland, Washington, applying standard engineering techniques to real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform standard design tasks and update existing engineering documentation.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties and respond to general inquiries.
- Research project challenges, analyze data, and present recommended solutions.
- Support administrative needs including data entry, filing, scanning, and creating presentations.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by collecting and reviewing performance data.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Chemical, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. ABET accreditation is preferred.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Richland, Washington.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Compensation: $18.00 - $37.00 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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