About the role#
This is a full-time internship within the Construction group. You will support the design-build process, including project execution approaches like self-perform, multi-subcontractor, and program management. This role requires 5% travel.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist lead engineers with daily project duties.
- Support teams in safety and health, estimating, and pre-construction.
- Help with field operations, quality control, and project management.
- Perform standard design of engineering systems.
- Correct and update existing designs.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Current standing in a post-secondary or technical certificate program related to this work.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities through campus or community involvement.
- Prior internship or related work experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling application process.
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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