About the role#
Burns & McDonnell is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern for our Transmission & Distribution group in Saint Louis. You will support our team in the planning and design of electrical transmission projects, including overhead and underground systems, substations, and grid modernization efforts. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design systems.
- Update and correct existing designs.
- Support lead engineers with daily project tasks.
- Collect and analyze data to help with continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, analyze potential solutions, and present your findings.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as documentation, data entry, and presentation preparation.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor degree in Structural Engineering or a related field from an accredited program. ABET accreditation is preferred.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
- Active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Louis, Missouri.
- Modality: On-site.
- Travel: Approximately 5% of the time.
- Term: Rolling.
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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