About the role#
This is a full-time Mechanical/Pipeline Engineering internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will work with our teams to support a Burns & McDonnell department or regional office. The role involves assisting with requests that drive our business strategy. You will gain exposure to the planning and design of electrical transmission projects, including pipelines, substation design, and grid modernization.
What you'll do#
- Support project teams within a global practice or regional office.
- Assist with assignments that drive business strategy.
- Engage in project work related to transmission, distribution, and pipeline systems.
- Travel as needed, approximately 5 percent of the time.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- 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 or community organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Locations: Akron, Ohio and Columbus, Ohio.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
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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