Structural Engineering Intern - Power, Structural (Phoenix)

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Phoenix, AZ to support the Power group in design, data collection, and project tasks. You will assist lead engineers, prepare presentations, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts while maintaining academic eligibility and community involvement.

The role emphasizes strong communication, analytical skills, and self-motivation, with a path to gaining practical industry experience in decarbonization technologies and power project

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience is a plus.
• Active involvement in campus/community activities is encouraged.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook expected.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead engineers with project duties and standard design tasks.
• Support data collection, analysis, and documentation for projects.
• Contribute to Power group initiatives and presentations.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and reports for stakeholders.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and research solutions.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivated

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree (Structural or Civil Engineering)

ABET accreditation 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.

• Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and Power Point presentation.


• Assist with responses to general questions.


• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.


• Present solutions to concerns.


• Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.


• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.


• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.


• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.


• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil 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.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-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264114

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-FK #PWR N/A