Fire Protection Engineer Intern – Industrial & Water

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 program. You will help develop and apply fire protection design standards, assist in preparing specifications, and support project teams on industrial facilities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection or related engineering, comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel, and eager to grow technical and professional skills in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong work ethic and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing specifications and administering contracts for fire protection systems.
• Assist in applying building and fire codes (IBC/IFC) and NFPA standards for various projects.
• Develop fire protection design and fire hazard analyses for industrial facilities.
• Review life safety and means of egress elements.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure design quality.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Work Ethic

Education

B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Fire Protection focus)

Job description

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 program. You will help develop and apply fire protection design standards, assist in preparing specifications, and support project teams on industrial facilities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection or related engineering, comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel, and eager to grow technical and professional skills in a collaborative,