Mechanical Engineering Intern - Power (Charlotte)

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

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Charlotte, NC. You will support lead engineers with standard design tasks, update designs, and assist on varied projects across Power and other markets. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

We value students pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree, with ABET accreditation preferred and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Prior internship and leadership involvement are a plus, and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a related post-secondary program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus or community activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated with a desire to grow in the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead engineers with project duties and design tasks.
• Perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Support development and updating of engineering designs.
• Contribute to team efforts across different market segments, including Power.
• Prepare basic analyses and documentation using common software tools.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Self-motivated learner

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET accreditation strongly preferred

Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Currently enrolled in post-secondary education related to the work

Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred

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:

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 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-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264046

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #GFS