Geotechnical Engineering Intern: Design & Field Support

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell's Geotechnical Internship in Phoenix, AZ offers hands-on experience with standard engineering techniques and design. You will assist the geotechnical engineer, gather data, and help plan subsurface explorations.

The role requires pursuing a bachelor's in Civil/Geotechnical Eng, ABET accreditation preferred, and active campus involvement. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are essential, with a GPA of 3.0+ preferred. Full‑time intern position with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Pursuit of Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• Currently enrolled in a related post-secondary program.
• Prior internship or consulting experience preferred.
• Active campus/community involvement encouraged.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, data collection, and documentation.
• Support lead engineers on project tasks and ad hoc duties.
• Prepare presentations and basic analyses for project reviews.
• Contribute to internal continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation

Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Eng

Currently enrolled in related program

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 as assigned. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Geotechnical

The Geotechnical Intern will work collaboratively with the responsible geotechnical engineer as part of the Burns & McDonnell Geotechnical Department, supporting and assisting with engineering-related services. Responsibilities include contributing to geotechnical design from the conceptual phase through design completion, compiling project-related data such as boring logs and subsurface profiles, and helping plan subsurface explorations and laboratory testing programs. The intern will apply basic knowledge of commonly used geotechnical engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures to support the department’s work and gain hands-on experience in the field.

• 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 ofbachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program.

• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.

• Pursuit of Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited program 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.

• 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-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264303

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-FK #M&S N/A