Fire Protection Engineering Intern

Coffman Engineers; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffman Engineers in Westminster, CO, is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027. The position offers exposure to fire protection engineering in a multidisciplinary office and involves supporting project teams.

The ideal candidate is an engineering student with at least two years of coursework, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work up to 40 hours per week. The internship includes a competitive hourly rate of $22–$26 and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time student in an engineering program (i.e. fire protection, mechanical, civil, architectural engineering, etc.) at a nationally recognized, accredited college
• Two years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate engineering degree
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and interest in, fire protection engineering
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer break. Flexibility for school schedule/demands will be provided
• Reliable transportation is strongly preferred, as the role will involve commuting to our office as well as occasional attendance at off-site meetings and job walks

Skills

Engineering student

Fire protection knowledge

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Reliable transportation

Job description

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub-consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 24 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

The right team is more than an advantage, it's a game changer! Come work with a team of engineering professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers' Denver office located in Westminster, CO (halfway between Denver and Boulder).

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented individual with an interest in fire protection engineering to join our team as a Fire Protection Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of post-secondary education in an accredited engineering program.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time student in an engineering program (i.e. fire protection, mechanical, civil, architectural engineering, etc.) at a nationally recognized, accredited college
• Two years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate engineering degree
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and interest in, fire protection engineering
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer break. Flexibility for school schedule/demands will be provided
• Reliable transportation is strongly preferred, as the role will involve commuting to our office as well as occasional attendance at off-site meetings and job walks

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. No paid interview travel or relocation expenses are offered for this position.

The expected hourly pay rate is $22 - $26.

Additional Information

Coffman Engineers is a company that truly focuses on its employees. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary/benefits package, a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work on exciting projects.

Coffman has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work by the Denver Business Journal. Our Denver office ranked #6 in the Medium Business category, making us the highest-ranked engineering consulting group on the list.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and family-friendly policies. See more about benefits at www.coffman.com/careers.

Our Denver Metro office is located in Westminster, close to Westminster promenade with restaurants, shopping, and conveniences. We welcome the dedicated and the driven. Join us.

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Coffman at a Glance

• 47 years in business
• 900+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 24 locations
• Multi-disciplinary engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• #27 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design+Construction, 2019
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
• #157 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2022
• Best Place to Work BOAB, Alaska Business Magazine, 2023

Applying

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.