Mechanical Engineering Intern - Aviation & Federal (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement

Sick leave

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell invites aspiring engineers to join our team as an Engineering Intern in Atlanta. You will perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques, assist lead engineers on projects, and help update designs.

The role offers exposure to aviation and federal market work and a pathway to full-time opportunities. Candidates should be enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program, with ABET accreditation preferred, and demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a related program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Assist lead engineers with various project duties and design updates.
• Support design work, project coordination, and documentation as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation preferred

Currently enrolled in post-secondary program

GPA 3.0 preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

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:

Aviation & Federal

The Aviation & Federal group is responsible for program management, master planning, facility design commissioning, and operational systems design of commercial aviation and Federal & Military projects, including buildings, infrastructure, hangars, passenger terminals, fueling & ramp services, runways, and aviation support facilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in 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-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations

United States

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID

264034

Job Hire Type

Intern #LI-MW #A&F