Civil Engineering Intern - Water, Municipal (Chesapeake/Richmond/Arlington)

Burns & McDonnell; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to support standard design tasks, update designs, and assist lead engineers on multiple markets including Water. The role involves data entry, documentation, and presentation preparation as part of a team delivering client-focused engineering solutions.

You will work with experienced mentors, gain exposure to project lifecycles, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA and strong communication

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program is required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience is preferred.
• Active campus or community involvement is expected.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in continuous improvement by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to concerns and research project problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by managers.

Skills

communication

analytical thinking

leadership

team player

Education

Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties

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. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Description

A Brief Overview

Duties

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. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Water

The Water group is responsible for the planning and design of facilities and processes related to drinking water supply, treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and more. This includes services for all levels of government and a variety of industrial clients.

• Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and 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.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-VA-Norfolk

Other Locations

US-VA-Richmond, US-VA-Arlington

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID:

264431

Job Hire Type

Intern #WTR N/A