Virtual Design & Construction Intern - Aviation & Federal (Chesapeake)

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Virtual Design & Construction Intern to assist with digital delivery of construction projects and help develop the digital project management strategy to support collaboration across activities, pursuits, and projects.

Eligibility requires enrollment in related degree programs with strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The internship is full-time in the Norfolk, VA area, with potential 5% travel and 401(k) eligibility and sick-leave accrual.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Virtual Design & Construction, Drafting & Design Technology, Building Information Modeling, Architecture, 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

• Assist with digital delivery of construction projects.
• Assist project team and manager(s) in developing the digital project management strategy.
• Collaborate with activities, pursuits, and projects across market segments.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Leadership

Self-motivated

MS Office

Learning mindset

Campus involvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree pursuit in relevant VDC/ BIM/ Architecture

Currently enrolled in post-secondary program related to department work

GPA 3.0 or higher preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Description

The Virtual Design & Construction Intern assists with digital delivery of construction projects. This position will assist the project team and manager(s) in developing the digital project management strategy to further Burns & McDonnell's position and facilitate collaboration with activities, pursuits, and projects.

Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Aviation & Federal

The Aviation & Federal group is responsible for program management, master planning, facility design commissioning, and operational systems design of commercial aviation and Federal & Military projects, including buildings, infrastructure, hangars, passenger terminals, fueling & ramp services, runways, and aviation support facilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Virtual Design & Construction, Drafting & Design Technology, Building Information Modeling, Architecture, 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.

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-VA-Norfolk

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Job Hire Type Intern #LI-MW #A&F