Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Procurement
Mentorship
Leadership
Distribution
Art
Telecommunications
Network
Backbone.js
Filing
Data Entry
Documentation
Presentations
Data Collection
Continuous Improvement
Event Planning
Scheduling
Logistics
Research
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Analytical Skill
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
SAP BASIS
Marketing Operations
Job Details
Description
The Intern Trainee will work closely with teams across Burns & McDonnell to gain meaningful experience in a professional work environment. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure within an employee-owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction firm. Interns will work under the guidance of experienced professionals who will offer regular oversight and mentorship throughout the program. This position is ideal for individuals seeking practical experience in the consulting field while contributing to impactful projects that address real-world challenges. It also presents an excellent opportunity to network with seasoned professionals and company leadership, and to gain valuable insights into the engineering and construction industry.
Transmission & Distribution:
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining the telecommunication network and equipment within our state-of-the-art Integration and Automation lab. The Intern Trainee will work closely with experienced professionals to understand how telecommunications devices interconnect to form robust networks. Responsibilities include configuring and troubleshooting network backbone devices, setting up lab infrastructure, and contributing to documentation and safety standards. This position is ideal for individuals eager to apply their technical knowledge in a collaborative, real-world environment.
Must be available to work at least 10 daytime hours per week during the academic school year.
Qualifications
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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering Intern
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Req ID: 251431
Job Hire Type Intern #LI-DNI #T&D N/A
The Intern Trainee will work closely with teams across Burns & McDonnell to gain meaningful experience in a professional work environment. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure within an employee-owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction firm. Interns will work under the guidance of experienced professionals who will offer regular oversight and mentorship throughout the program. This position is ideal for individuals seeking practical experience in the consulting field while contributing to impactful projects that address real-world challenges. It also presents an excellent opportunity to network with seasoned professionals and company leadership, and to gain valuable insights into the engineering and construction industry.
Transmission & Distribution:
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining the telecommunication network and equipment within our state-of-the-art Integration and Automation lab. The Intern Trainee will work closely with experienced professionals to understand how telecommunications devices interconnect to form robust networks. Responsibilities include configuring and troubleshooting network backbone devices, setting up lab infrastructure, and contributing to documentation and safety standards. This position is ideal for individuals eager to apply their technical knowledge in a collaborative, real-world environment.
Must be available to work at least 10 daytime hours per week during the academic school year.
- Assist with tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, and PowerPoint presentations
- Support field staff with on-site tasks, including equipment setup, data collection, and inspections
- Help prepare reports or summaries based on field activities
- Respond to general inquiries and assist with routine questions
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data
- Support team members with project-related tasks and research
- Shadow staff to gain exposure to various roles and responsibilities
- Assist with event planning, scheduling, and logistics
- Research solutions to project-related concerns; analyze and recommend potential improvements
- Contribute to ad hoc projects as assigned by managers
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in a high school education program Required or High School Diploma/GED Required
- Must be at least 16 years old
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience is preferred
- Actively involved in campus, community, or volunteer activities or organizations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Self-motivated and eager to learn, with an aptitude for growth and development in the field
- 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering Intern
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Req ID: 251431
Job Hire Type Intern #LI-DNI #T&D N/A
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