Project Controls Intern: Engineering & Construction

Burns & McDonnell; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave accrual

Benefits & Wellness page access

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Vancouver, WA. The role involves applying standard engineering techniques, assisting lead engineers, and updating designs across market segments.

Responsibilities vary by market and may include construction phase services, safety support, and project management. The internship emphasizes growth, leadership, and a foundation in engineering fundamentals, with opportunities for hands-on experience in construction projects and related consulting

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field from an accredited program required.
• Or, currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education program in a field related to the work done in the department required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead engineers with project duties and update designs.
• Perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Support safety, health, estimating, pre-construction, field operations and project management in construction market.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical skills

MS Office

Eagerness to learn

Campus involvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering or related field

Currently enrolled in related post-secondary program

Tools

MS Office Suite

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:

Construction

The Construction group is responsible for construction phase services in the design-build process and support for safety and health, estimating, pre-construction, field operations, quality and project management. This includes multiple project execution approaches, including self-perform, multi-subcontractor, construction only and program management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field from an accredited program required.

• Or, currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education program in a field related to the work done in the department required.

• 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.

Compensation

$18.00-34.00 Hourly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The final agreed upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location.

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-WA-Vancouver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264379

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-KAD #CDB N/A