Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Akron/Columbus)

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Ohio offers an Engineering Intern position focused on applying standard engineering techniques and supporting lead engineers across market segments. Key tasks include filing, data entry, documentation, and PowerPoint presentations.

The role emphasizes data analysis, continuous improvement, and collaboration with team members. Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering with strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus/community activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentations.
• Assist with responses to general questions and ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Participate in data collection and analysis for continuous improvement.
• Research and present solutions to project concerns.
• Support lead engineers with various project duties.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft 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

• 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 Mechanical, Electrical, or 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

$17.75-36.00 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.

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-OH-Akron

Other Locations

US-OH-Columbus

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

264690

Job Hire Type

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