27 Intern | US | Systems Engr

Bechtel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation invites Industrial/Systems Engineering interns to join a structured 10-week summer program across multiple U.S. locations. You will work with multidisciplinary engineers on projects from design through commissioning, gaining hands-on experience and professional development.

Interns are integrated into teams, contribute to real objectives, and receive mentorship, networking, and end-of-program presentations to explore future opportunities with Bechtel.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year BS degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering.
• Completed at least one year of undergrad studies in one of the above fields.
• Ability to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project sites.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in developing functional/system analysis to define facility/system design requirements.
• Assisting in establishing verification means for requirements implementation and acceptance criteria.
• Assisting in preparing system and facility design criteria documents.
• Supporting system-level design verification, requirements verification, and traceability.
• Assisting in preparing assessments to validate implementation and traceability of requirements into design.
• Participating in technical discussions to resolve system design issues.
• Researching and documenting system operations and limits from design basis documents and discussions with system designers.
• Performing model-based systems engineering using COTS tools like IBM DOORS or Innoslate.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Nuclear Engineering

Master of Science in Systems Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Nuclear Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

Innoslate

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: Limited (e.g. Development Assignment)


• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project


• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA


• Hourly Range: $21.50 - $27.32 (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant. A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.)

Requisition ID: 297665

• Relocation Authorized: Limited (e.g. Development Assignment)


• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project


• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA


• Hourly Range: $21.50 - $27.32 (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant. A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.)

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Program Overview

Bechtel's U.S. Summer Internship Program provides students with an opportunity to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience while working alongside industry professionals on projects and initiatives that impact communities around the world. The program is a structured 10‑week summer experience, typically held from mid‑June through mid‑August, designed to help students translate classroom learning into practical application through challenging assignments, professional development activities, and exposure to Bechtel's global business.

Interns are treated as valuable members of the team and are assigned work that contributes directly to business objectives. Throughout the internship, participants are encouraged to build technical and professional skills, expand their industry knowledge, and develop relationships with leaders and peers across the organization.

The internship experience combines real project work, professional development programming, networking opportunities, executive speaker sessions, mentorship, and end‑of‑program presentations to help students gain a deeper understanding of their chosen career path while exploring future opportunities with Bechtel.

Work Location & Assignments

Opportunities are available across Bechtel's Global Business Units (GBU) and functional organizations. Final assignment location, business unit placement, and specific responsibilities will be determined based on business needs, candidate qualifications, and organizational priorities.

Assignments may be located in a project field environment, regional office, or corporate office setting depending on business needs. Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations.

Job Summary

Industrial/Systems Engineering interns work with multi-disciplinary engineers to provide support to the project's systems engineering team throughout the lifecycle of the project (design through commissioning testing).

Major Responsibilities

• Assisting in developing functional/system analysis to define facility/system design requirements.


• Assisting in establishing the means of verifying requirements implementation, including acceptance criteria.


• Assisting in the preparation of system and facility design criteria documents.


• Supporting system-level design verification, requirements verification, test requirements specification, and requirements flow down and traceability.


• Assisting in the preparation of assessments to validate and verify implementation and traceability of requirements into design.


• Participating in technical discussions to resolve system design issues.


• Researching and documenting system operations and limits from the review of design and basis documents and from discussions with system designers.


• Performing model-based systems engineering using commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) automation tools (e.g., IBM® Rationale Dynamic Object Oriented Requirements System (DOORS) or Innoslate by Spec Innovations).

Basic Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year Bachelor of Science degree program in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering at an accredited college or university.


• Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies in one of the above fields.


• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.


• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites.


• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master of Science degree program in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering at an accredited college or university.


• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.

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