About the role#
Burns & McDonnell is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our team in Columbus. This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling start date. You will work on-site and participate in projects across our Global Facilities and Power groups. This role requires approximately 5% travel.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Work on the standard design of engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor degree program for Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- A 3.0 GPA or higher is strongly preferred.
- Preference for candidates from ABET-accredited programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership through campus or community involvement.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Compensation: $17.75 to $33.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Participation in the 401(k) program and accrued 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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