Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking Fire Protection Engineering Interns for the Life Sciences North America team in Cary, NC. You will help design, analyze, and implement fire protection systems across advanced facilities, under guidance of experienced engineers.

You will gain exposure to sprinkler design, special hazards, fire pumps, alarms, and life safety codes, collaborating with multiple disciplines to deliver projects on time.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems for various facilities.
• Support coordination with multidisciplinary teams during design and construction Phases.
• Assist with sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and life safety code compliance under supervision.

Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

CFD (FDS) modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

CFD (FDS) software

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We're looking for Fire Protection Engineering Interns to join our Life Sciences North America team in various locations who are excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business.

As a Fire Protection Engineering Intern, you will support the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems for a variety of advanced facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards. You’ll use your skills and experience to help deliver and complete challenging and engaging buildings projects.

In this role, you’ll work in the design of sprinkler systems, special hazards suppression systems, fire pumps, fire alarm systems, and building/life safety codes under the guidance of a knowledgeable team of experienced Fire Protection Engineers. You’ll coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to address fire protection and life safety challenges during design and construction phases.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit
• Prior work or internship experience in Fire Protection Engineering
• Familiarity with NFPA and ICC codes and standards
• University level experience with CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) (FDS) modeling and analysis

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.