Mechanical Engineering Intern - Aviation & Federal (Chesapeake/Roanoke)

Burns & McDonnell; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Engineering Intern to support standard engineering tasks, design updates, and collaboration with lead engineers across Aviation & Federal market. This role provides exposure to facility design, runways, hangars, and related systems.

The internship emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and analytical skills, with opportunities to learn from engineers on real projects and contribute to ongoing client work.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary education and/or technical program related to the work.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or volunteer activities.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques to design and update engineering systems.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and coordination.
• Support program management and facility design activities within the Aviation & Federal market.
• Communicate findings clearly and contribute to team problem solving.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation preferred

Currently enrolled in post-secondary education

Minimum 3.0 GPA

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.

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.

Job

Intern

Primary Location

US-VA-Norfolk

Other Locations

US-VA-Roanoke

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Job Hire Type

Intern #A&F