Mechanical Engineering Intern – Washington, DC

Burns & McDonnell; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave

Job summary

Ideal candidates are pursuing a ME degree, enrolled in good standing, with a 3.0+ GPA, internship experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time internship offers exposure to design and project work in a leading engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Assist lead engineers with various project duties and other duties as assigned.
• Update and correct designs as needed.
• Work on Aviation & Federal projects including facilities, hangars, terminals, and related systems.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Ideal candidates are pursuing a ME degree, enrolled in good standing, with a 3.0+ GPA, internship experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time internship offers exposure to design and project work in a leading engineering firm.