Job Description

Divisional Statement

The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100-plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Classified, and Environmental.

The Opportunity

As a Summer Intern at Black & Veatch in Overland Park, Kansas, you will help address some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients' needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch. Under close supervision, you will assist in the development of design deliverables requiring knowledge and experience in engineering principles. You will also be exposed to the technical concepts of low and medium voltage, generation, electrical studies and analysis, lighting design, and grounding and lighting protection. You will contributes to a design team performing facility and mission critical design projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Required to be a US Citizen and ability to obtain US security clearance.

Internship Program Benefits

• Hands-on experience at an employee-owned engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company.

• Participate in the Federal Solution’s RISE (Recent Grad and Intern Skill Enhancement) program. RISE is tailored to BVSPC’s interns, new graduates, and participating EDGE professionals summer program. Along with real-time exposure to project work, RISE Professionals get to learn how to network, develop their soft skills, enjoy fun outings and engaging activities, and discover what it means to be an employee owner at BV. While working on Federal projects alongside ambassadors and department teammates, RISE Professionals also get to participate in BV corporate's intern program modules, collaborative projects, and fun activities. All KC-based participants will work as a team to compose a final project that will be presented at the end of the summer, followed by a fun farewell outing!

• Learning opportunities through BVs co/lab, which is a collaborative space for professionals to learn and grow together. The virtual platform fosters a culture of infinite learners. Join experts, educators, and innovators as you navigate co/lab’s extensive learning library. 

Key Responsibilities

• Learns and applies departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black & Veatch policies and procedures relative to assigned tasks.
• Prepares less complex engineering deliverables.
• Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
• Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work.
• Prepares engineering calculations following standard methods and principles.
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Seeks out supervisor or project leadership to share information and gain guidance with respect to details of design and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Coordinates with others as assigned by supervisor or project leadership.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline. 
• Relevant coursework or knowledge in Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.
• Problem-solving skills, effective written communication, and the ability to build relationships. 
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Minimum Qualifications

No experience required. Current enrollment in ABET accredited university in Electrical Engineering program. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Work Environment

This intern position is expected to be in the office on a full-time basis.

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