Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Underground Submarine Cables (Wallingford)

Burns & McDonnell

Wallingford (CT)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 55,000

Full time

29 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)
Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking Engineering Interns to support standard engineering tasks across markets. Responsibilities include assisting with design updates, data entry, and presenting solutions. The role emphasizes coupling classroom learning with real project support.

Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, ideally with ABET accreditation. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, with a willingness to contribute to

Qualifications

  • Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, 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.

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.

Skills

Communication
Problem solving
Leadership
MS Office
Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Duties

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:

Description

A Brief Overview

Duties

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 Electrical, Mechanical, 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

$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

Job Intern

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264391

Job Hire Type Intern #T&D N/A

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