Civil Engineering Intern - Water, Systems (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

HFWA sick leave compliance

On-site benefits (Colorado)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Denver to support design and update tasks, assist lead engineers, and contribute to project duties across market segments. The role emphasizes early professional growth, campus involvement, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include data analysis, documentation, and assisting with ad hoc projects while complying with company policies and standards. Local candidates authorized to work in the US preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active campus/community involvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Verbal and written comm

Problem solving

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Internship/consulting experience preferred

Campus/community involvement

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

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.

Compensation

$19.00-35.00 Hourly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The final agreed upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Burns & McDonnell’s sick leave program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). 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.

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-CO-Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

264097

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-FK #WTR N/A