Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Pipelines & Facilities (Charlotte)

Burns & McDonnell; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program (eligibility

Sick leave accrual based on hours

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking Engineering Interns in Charlotte, NC. Interns perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques, assist lead engineers, and support design updates across market segments.

The role offers exposure to Transmission & Distribution projects and growth opportunities within the firm. Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Eng, with ABET preference, strong GPA, and excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, plus a

Qualifications

• Pursuit of bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a related post-secondary program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus or community activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with eagerness to grow in the field.
• Authorized to work in the United States full-time without future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and design updates.
• Participate in market-specific assignments within Transmission & Distribution.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Self-motivated learner

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Eng

ABET accreditation preferred

Currently enrolled in related program

Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred

Prior internship/consulting experience preferred

Tools

MS 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 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.

Qualifications

• Pursuit ofbachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical 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 in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

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-NC-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 265135

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-DNI #T&D