Electrical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Substation (Wallingford)

Burns & McDonnell

Wallingford (CT)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan
Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Wallingford, CT to assist with standard engineering design tasks, data entry, and documentation across market areas. You will help with ad hoc projects, prepare PowerPoint presentations, and support lead engineers on various duties.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and involvement in campus/community activities. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

  • Pursuit of bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
  • Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a related field.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Active involvement in campus/community activities and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Support responses to general questions and ad hoc requests.
  • Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement.
  • Present solutions to project concerns and stakeholders.
  • Research solutions and recommend improvements for project problems.
  • Engage in project tasks as assigned by managers.

Skills

Communication
Problem solving
MS Office
Leadership
Self-motivation
Growth mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering degree
ABET accreditation
Enrollment in related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

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:

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 bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program.
  • ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
  • 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.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA 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.
  • 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.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
Compensation

$20.50-39.00 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. 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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-CT-Wallingford

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

264083

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-JB #T&D N/A

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