Structural Engineering Intern — Aviation & Federal Projects

Burns & McDonnell; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Benefits & Wellness page access

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Norfolk, VA. The role involves applying standard engineering techniques to design and update systems, assist lead engineers, and support project tasks across Aviation & Federal markets.

The internship emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and presenting solutions. A minimum 3.0 GPA and active campus/community involvement are preferred; ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
• 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.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations.
• Assist with responses to general questions.
• Participate in continuous improvement by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to concerns.
• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree pursuit (Civil/Structural)

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Norfolk, VA. The role involves applying standard engineering techniques to design and update systems, assist lead engineers, and support project tasks across Aviation & Federal markets.

The internship emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and presenting solutions. A minimum 3.0 GPA and active campus/community involvement are preferred; ABET accreditation is strongly preferred.