“My internship this summer at Burns has shown me how important collaboration is during the design process, and throughout your career in engineering. I have learned how vital teamwork and communication are during every stage of a project, by learning and sharing knowledge with your team is how you can grow to become a great engineer.”

Josie Pitzen

Mechanical Engineering Intern, Tampa, FL

“The most meaningful lesson I've learned during my time at Burns is how to see the broader purpose behind individual tasks. Through my financial and accounting work, I've come to understand how each person's efforts directly contribute to the company's larger goals. This perspective has helped me appreciate the full scope of Burns' positive impact on society. It's made me realize I want my future work to have a meaningful impact too.”

Logan Ebner

Accounting Intern, Philadelphia PA

“My most meaningful experience during my internship was a site visit to LA Metro’s Division 20 subway yard. Being able to see rail vehicles up close and learning from the professionals who maintain them assured me that I want to have a career at the intersection of public transit and engineering.”

Oliver Silverio

Mechanical Engineering Intern, Los Angeles, LA

“The most meaningful lesson I have learned during my internship is the realization that the continuous involvement of the engineer throughout a project is crucial to the efficiency and success of that project. This realization has reshaped my understanding of the engineer’s role, seeing them not only as a designer and problem solver but also as a leader and coordinator.”

Theodore Frigillana

Aviation, Electrical Engineering Intern, St. Louis, MO

“This experience turned ‘what ifs’ into ‘what’s next’! It’s made me more motivated than ever to pursue a career in electrical engineering. Working alongside such an experienced and supportive team has shown me the value of mentorship and what it truly means to grow as an engineer.”

Bernada Hrvatin

Engineering Intern, New York, NY