Fire Engineering Internship: Real Projects & Growth

Arup; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 137,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup invites applications for a six-week Summer Internship in Fire Engineering in Birmingham. You’ll work with experienced Fire Engineers on meaningful projects, gaining exposure across fire safety strategies, site visits, and coordination with design teams.

The role emphasizes learning, professional qualification support, and involvement in research to improve safety for communities. You’ll liaise with external designers and explore fire-specific design software while developing as a fire

Qualifications

• Working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Fire Engineering, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Architectural).
• Interest in sustainable built environment and fire safety engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist fire engineers on live projects and real-life assignments.
• Contribute to fire strategy preparation and coordination with design teams.
• Observe and participate in site visits to monitor fire safety system installation and performance.
• Engage in fire safety research and development of evidence-based solutions.
• Support the “total fire engineering” approach from feasibility to operation.

Skills

Fire engineering knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Fire Engineering or related field

Tools

Fire design software

Job description

Arup invites applications for a six-week Summer Internship in Fire Engineering in Birmingham. You’ll work with experienced Fire Engineers on meaningful projects, gaining exposure across fire safety strategies, site visits, and coordination with design teams.

The role emphasizes learning, professional qualification support, and involvement in research to improve safety for communities. You’ll liaise with external designers and explore fire-specific design software while developing as a fire