Mechanical Engineering Intern, Summer 2027 - Mission Critical (London, UK)

Burns & McDonnell; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in London is seeking an Engineering Intern to support standard engineering tasks within the Global Facilities group. You will assist lead engineers, help with design updates, and contribute to project duties during a summer internship.

The role offers hands-on exposure to mechanical systems, data analysis, and documentation, with opportunities to participate in continuous improvement and present solutions to project concerns.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to the work.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom full-time without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, and presentations.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in continuous improvement by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to concerns.
• Research solutions to project concerns and recommend improvements.
• Support ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Currently enrolled in related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Description

Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in mission critical services.

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned.

The Global Facilities group is responsible for the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, administrative buildings, district energy systems, data centers, and mission-critical facilities. They work in a variety of industries including food and beverage, consumer products, healthcare, commercial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and aerospace manufacturing industries. This opportunity is for a summer 2027 internship.

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned.

• Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, Power Point presentation.

• Assist with responses to general questions.

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.

• Present solutions to concerns.

• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.

• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program

• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.

• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Intern

Primary Location GB-London, UK-London

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time