About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern in the Aviation & Federal group, you will support projects ranging from commercial aviation facilities to military infrastructure. You will work on hangars, passenger terminals, fueling systems, and runways. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist lead engineers with daily duties and project requirements.
- Create standard designs for engineering systems.
- Update and correct existing design documents.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited program is strongly preferred.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- You communicate clearly in both verbal and written formats.
- You are comfortable using Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- You show leadership skills and are active in campus or community organizations.
- You are a self-motivated learner authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Norfolk or Roanoke, Virginia.
- The role requires approximately 5% travel.
- This is a rolling internship opportunity.
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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