Sustainability Design Intern - Environmental Services, Sustainability (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave under HFWA

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Denver, CO is seeking an Intern to support Environmental Services and related practices. You will collaborate with project teams, assist with filing, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations, and help respond to general questions.

The role emphasizes data collection for continuous improvement, presenting solutions to concerns, and assisting with ad hoc projects. A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred, campus involvement is encouraged, and applicants must be

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active involvement in campus, community or volunteer activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filing, scanning, data entry, documentation and PowerPoint presentations.
• 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.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural/Civil/Mechanical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

A Brief Overview

An Intern will work collaboratively with our teams to support a Burns & McDonnell Department, Global Practice or Regional Office. This position will provide support and assistance with requests in support of the business strategy. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Environmental Services

The Environmental Services group is responsible for the full life cycle of infrastructure development, from permitting new projects to the remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater and emerging contaminants. This includes support for municipal, state and federal government clients, along with clients in the transportation, manufacturing, industrial, oil and gas, chemical and utility sectors.

Our Sustainability team provides sustainable design and construction consulting services across facility and infrastructure projects including but not limited to LEED, Envision, SITES, and embodied carbon consulting.

• 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 Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, 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.

Compensation

$19.00-35.00 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. Burns & McDonnell's sick leave program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).

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-CO-Denver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time