Mechanical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Sick leave accrual

Benefits overview

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern to assist with standard engineering design tasks, update designs, and support lead engineers across market segments. The role includes collaboration on transmission and distribution projects and exposure to substation and network engineering activities.

The internship emphasizes hands-on learning, leadership, and professional growth, with opportunities to participate in company benefits and development programs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
• Active involvement in campus or community activities is expected.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities are desired.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Internship experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

A Brief Overview

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:

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 a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
• ABET accreditation 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.

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.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Hire Type

Intern

Primary Location

US-GA-Atlanta

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time