About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Mechanical Engineering internship based in Raleigh, North Carolina. You will work on-site and support our engineering teams with various project duties. The role involves a rolling schedule and requires approximately 5 percent travel.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Design standard engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project responsibilities.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary education or technical certificate program.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer activities.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- ABET accreditation for your degree program is strongly preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, NC.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- 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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