Instrument & Controls Engineering Intern - Power (Raleigh)

Burns & McDonnell; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to assist with standard engineering techniques, design of systems, and updating designs. You will support lead engineers on a variety of project duties, with responsibilities varying by market segment including power projects.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering program, have a 3.0 GPA, and possess strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. This is a full-time internship based in Raleigh, NC, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Computer, 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Design of engineering systems and updating designs.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and other tasks as assigned.
• Specific assignments vary by market segments (Power, etc.).

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated learner

Education

Pursuit of Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Currently enrolled in post-secondary engineering program

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Prior internship/consulting experience preferred

Active campus/community involvement

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.

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:
Power
The Power group is responsible for the planning, design, and startup of power generation and decarbonization technologies. This includes gas turbines, utility-scale battery storage, hydrogen electrolysis, carbon capture technologies, solar, and nuclear plant services.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Computer, 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-Raleigh

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264235

Job Hire Type Intern #PWR