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Civil Engineering Intern - Water, Systems (Denver)
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What they do
A Water or Wastewater Engineer specializes in the treatment and management of contaminated water. Designs sewage systems and water treatment plants.
$102,914 / year median in Colorado
+13% projected growth
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: Water The Water group is responsible for the planning and design of facilities and processes related to drinking water supply, treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and more. This includes services for all levels of government and a variety of industrial clients.
+ 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 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.
- 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
- Req ID:
- 264097
- Job Hire Type
- Intern #LI-FK #WTR N/A