Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Global Facilities (Orlando)

Burns & McDonnell; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern in Orlando to assist lead engineers with project duties, apply standard engineering techniques, and update designs. The role spans markets like Global Facilities, with responsibilities across facility design, data centers, and manufacturing spaces.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Fire Protection Engineering or related fields, have strong communication and problem-solving skills, and show leadership and self-motivation.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled in a related post-secondary program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Active campus/community involvement.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks applying standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Assist lead engineers with project duties and design updates.
• Contribute to design of engineering systems for various markets.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

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

ABET accreditation preferred

Currently enrolled in related post-secondary education

Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Description

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned.

Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Global Facilities

The Global Facilities group is responsible for the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, district energy systems, data centers and mission-critical facilities. This includes work across diverse industries, including aerospace, space and defense, food and beverage, life sciences and technology, consumer products, healthcare and advanced manufacturing, guiding projects from site selection through startup.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education in a field related to the work done in the department.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Benefits

Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Intern

Primary Location: US-FL-Orlando

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 264224

Job Hire Type: Intern #LI-MW #GFS