About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Mechanical Engineering internship based in Minneapolis. You will work on-site and support project teams with standard engineering tasks. The role involves a 5 percent travel requirement.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist lead engineers with various project duties.
- Perform standard design work for engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary education program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and an active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Self-motivated attitude and a desire to learn.
- ABET accreditation and prior internship or consulting experience are preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Minneapolis/St Paul, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
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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