Engineering Intern: Field Risk & Loss-Prevention Projects

FM; Woodland (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FM is a leading property insurer offering engineering-based risk management and loss prevention training for a 10-week summer internship in engineering.

You will experience field visits, office work, and real projects while learning COPE concepts and fire protection fundamentals. You’ll shadow consultants, gain hands-on site exposure, and develop practical engineering knowledge as you contribute to risk assessments and client-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• Plan to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical, industrial, electrical, etc.) or fire protection; able to demonstrate diverse knowledge of engineering principles.
• Ability to work full time during summer internship and commute to assigned operation throughout internship.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle throughout internship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Efficient time management skills; naturally inquisitive and able to undertake and deliver projects.
• Physical ability to climb commercial ladders (e.g. inspect roofs), lift >25 lbs., and work in confined spaces.
• Proficient in MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Participate in FM's training to learn fundamentals of building construction, occupancy, protection, and exposures (COPE) for risk assessment and mitigation.
• Learn fundamentals of fire protection systems.
• Shadow FM Consultant Engineers during client property visits to observe site assessments of structures and roofs.
• Review mechanical and electrical equipment operation, installation, maintenance, and potential hazards.
• Make recommendations and/or engineering solutions to improve client risk understanding.
• Document risk analyses of locations visited.
• Lead and deliver a technical project as directed by FM Supervisors.
• Shadow professionals in FM departments to gain a holistic view of the company.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or fire protection

Tools

MS Office

Job description

FM is a leading property insurer offering engineering-based risk management and loss prevention training for a 10-week summer internship in engineering.

You will experience field visits, office work, and real projects while learning COPE concepts and fire protection fundamentals. You’ll shadow consultants, gain hands-on site exposure, and develop practical engineering knowledge as you contribute to risk assessments and client-focused solutions.