Automation Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: Kansas City, MO, us Department: Clark, Richardson, And Biskup Consulting Engineers Inc.

Employment Type: {'id': 'intern', 'label': 'Intern'}

Company Description

CRB's nearly 1,400 expert professionals drive innovative, life-changing and life-saving solutions for manufacturers in the life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our mission, vision, and core values put client satisfaction and employee experience at the center of everything we do.

As an AEC firm, we proudly specialize in industries that inherently carry important social responsibility - we recognize our impact and influence in the communities we serve and pursue corporate responsibility through the lens of people, community, and planet. From oncology and rare disorders to COVID-19 or alternative proteins, our design and construction projects are pioneering solutions addressing important issues such as food scarcity and global health.

Job Description

Launch your career with purpose at CRB.

As an Automation Intern, you won’t just observe, you’ll contribute meaningfully to real-world projects that support the design and construction of advanced facilities for clients in the life sciences and food & beverage industries. As a leader in the AEC industry, CRB delivers integrated solutions that bring these facilities to life, and our internship program is designed to immerse you in that process. You’ll gain hands-on experience with automation technologies such as PLCs, SCADA systems, and process controls, collaborate across disciplines, and bring fresh ideas to the table — all while building lasting relationships and experiencing our dynamic, people-first culture. This is more than an internship; it’s your opportunity to grow, make an impact, and help deliver facilities that produce life-changing therapies and feed millions around the world.

Responsibilities

Developing project documents (e.g., calculations, reports, construction drawings and specifications, etc.) for clients in coordination with regulatory bodies and industry standards.

Assisting with development of conceptual designs and coordinating with the design team under direction of the project team lead.

Coordinating with other disciplines and other internal and external team members (e.g., vendors, clients, and contractors).

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Architectural Engineering from an accredited program

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)

Strong interest in the Food & Beverage or Life Sciences industries

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and with internal and external stakeholders (vendors, clients, contractors)

Eagerness to learn about the AEC industry and apply academic knowledge to real-world engineering applications

Preferred Qualifications

Working towards Fundamental of Engineering Exam registration or completion preferred

Familiarity with Engineering Software Application including computer aided drafting, process modeling and calculations programs

Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards within the AEC industry

Prior internship or co-op experience in Electrical Engineering or related field

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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