[Remote] 2026 Student Internship (U.S.) - Startup Engineer Intern

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, helping customers complete projects that create jobs and improve infrastructure. The Startup Engineer Intern will assist in startup activities, gaining practical knowledge while supporting experienced engineers in testing, commissioning, and maintaining facilities.

Responsibilities

• Startup Engineer interns perform assignments that develop startup work knowledge and abilities through the application of developed techniques, standards, guidelines, procedures, and criteria
• Exercises limited, but increasing judgement, in performing assigned tasks
• Using prescribed methods, performs specific and limited portions of the broader assignment of an experienced Startup Engineer
• Performs startup assistance at the jobsite as directed
• Receive technical and administrative supervision from a Startup Engineer or Startup Supervisor
• May receive technical direction or on the job instructions from a Startup Engineer or Senior Startup Engineer

Skills

• Rising junior or senior enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Electrical (including Electronics and Computer Engineering), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited college or university
• Familiarity with basic design of electrical and controls systems, mechanical process systems and process controls
• Technical knowledge of startup, commissioning, operations, or maintenance
• Basic knowledge of engineering systems and applications of startup and commissioning methods
• Basic skills in oral and written communication and software packages
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check
• Must have the right to work and remain in the United States
• Familiarity with basic operations and/or maintenance practices associated with oil, gas, petrochemical, power or offshore facilities
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Due to the nature of some positions, US citizenship maybe required
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense, Department of Energy, or project site clearance, depending on assignment
• Must be willing to relocate to project or jobsite
• Previous Startup internship or co-op

Benefits

• Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive
• Programs to enhance our culture
• Time to recharge

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