Engineering Consultant Intern: Field Projects & Training

FM; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FM offers a Consultant Engineer Intern program in the Reston, VA area, blending field visits with office work and hands-on projects to deepen engineering knowledge. You will shadow field engineers, assist with risk assessments, and participate in FM training to learn COPE and loss prevention standards.

The internship emphasizes practical experience, team collaboration, and development through real projects and professional development events, with opportunities across FM’s departments.

Qualifications

• Plan to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
• Ability to work FT during summer internship
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
• Efficient time management skills
• Solid technical aptitude including diverse knowledge of engineering principles
• Proficient in MS Office products

Responsibilities

• Participate in FM training to learn the fundamentals of COPE and risk assessment.
• Trailing FM Field Engineers during visits to commercial properties to observe site assessments.
• Reviewing and documenting risk analysis of locations visited.
• Leading and delivering a technical project to be determined by FM Supervisors.
• Shadowing professionals in various departments within FM to gain holistic understanding.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

FM offers a Consultant Engineer Intern program in the Reston, VA area, blending field visits with office work and hands-on projects to deepen engineering knowledge. You will shadow field engineers, assist with risk assessments, and participate in FM training to learn COPE and loss prevention standards.

The internship emphasizes practical experience, team collaboration, and development through real projects and professional development events, with opportunities across FM’s departments.