Mechanical Engineering Intern (Houston)

Burns & McDonnell; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to support design and updates across multiple market groups. You will apply standard engineering methods, assist lead engineers on project tasks, and contribute to evolving designs under supervision.

The role emphasizes cross-market experience in Oil, Gas & Chemical, Power, and Transmission & Distribution, with a focus on learning, communication, and professional growth. Eagerness to learn and strong teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a program related to the department work.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and design tasks.
• Correct and update designs as required.
• Engage in assignments across Oil, Gas & Chemical; Power; Transmission & Distribution markets.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Self-motivated

Eager learner

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation

Enrollment in related post-secondary program

GPA 3.0 or higher

Prior internship/consulting experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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:

Oil, Gas & Chemical

The Oil, Gas & Chemical group is responsible for the planning and design across the energy landscape. This includes project execution for midstream, refining, liquefied natural gas and chemicals, with a strong focus on energy security, biofuels, carbon capture, hydrogen and solutions that advance a sustainable energy future.

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.

Transmission & Distribution

The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.

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 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-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 263748

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #COR