About the role#
This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Phoenix. You will work within the Power group, which focuses on the planning, design, and startup of power generation and decarbonization technologies. Projects include gas turbines, utility-scale battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture, solar, and nuclear plant services. This position requires 5% travel.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Perform standard design work for engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Enrollment in an accredited post-secondary or technical program, with ABET accreditation preferred.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- 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 abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Benefits: Interns may participate in the 401(k) program if eligibility requirements are met 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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