Civil/Structural Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Civil-Structural (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Atlanta is seeking an Engineering Intern to support Transmission & Distribution projects. You will assist with standard engineering design tasks, data entry and presentation preparation, while gaining exposure to lead engineers and project work across markets.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering with ABET preference, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and active campus involvement; strong communication and analytical skills are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active campus or community involvement encouraged.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design tasks, filing, scanning, data entry, and documentation.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and presentations.
• Participate in data collection and analysis for continuous improvement.
• Present solutions to project concerns.
• Research and help resolve engineering problems.
• Maintain compliance with policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivated learner

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET preferred)

ABET accreditation preferred

Internship/consulting experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Description

A Brief Overview

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:

Transmission & Distribution

The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.

• 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, Structural 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-GA-Atlanta

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264462

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-FK #T&D N/A