Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (FED/IRV)

Jacobs; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Irvine, CA is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern to support the design of fire protection systems on diverse projects. You'll work alongside licensed engineers, gaining hands-on experience on sprinkler, detection, and life-safety analyses while contributing to real project work.

Ideal candidates are curious, collaborative, and pursuing a degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field; two years of college completed and familiarity with Revit or AutoCAD are preferred.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required or authorization to work in the U.S.
• Enrolled in a degree-seeking program for Fire Protection Engineering or related field
• Completion of at least two years of college coursework
• Familiarity with Revit and/or AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Support development of fire sprinkler and protection systems on projects
• Assist in life safety analyses and code compliance reviews
• Collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams on real projects
• Learn through hands-on training and mentorship in a hybrid environment

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Education

Fire Protection Engineering

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

Ready to launch your engineering career while working on projects that help protect people and communities around the world? Join our team in Irvine, CA, and gain hands-on experience alongside licensed Fire Protection Engineers who are designing some of today's most innovative and complex buildings.

As a Fire Protection Engineering Intern, you'll contribute to projects across a variety of industries, including commercial, federal, mission critical, and advanced facilities. You'll have the opportunity to support work on projects throughout the United States and internationally, gaining exposure to the challenges and solutions that shape the built environment.

Working side-by-side with experienced engineers, you'll help develop fire sprinkler systems, special hazards suppression systems, fire pumps, fire alarm and mass notification systems, and life safety and code analyses. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, participate in real project work, and build both technical and professional skills that will support your future career growth.

We're looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to learn, ask questions, and make an impact. Previous design experience is helpful but not required. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-leading projects, you'll develop the knowledge and confidence to grow as an engineer.

Successful candidates are strong communicators, collaborative team players, and thoughtful problem-solvers who enjoy tackling complex challenges. You'll have opportunities to share ideas, learn from experts, and contribute to projects that help safeguard people, property, and critical infrastructure.

Our hybrid work environment offers flexibility while ensuring meaningful opportunities for in-person collaboration, networking, and mentorship. Bring your ambition, creativity, and passion for learning, and we'll help you build the experience and skills to shape the future of fire protection engineering.

Here’s what you’ll need

• United States Citizenship
• Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program for Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Safety Technology or other closely related degree
• Completion of at least two years of college coursework
• Familiarity with Revit and/or AutoCAD

Ideally, you’ll also have

• 3.0 GPA
• Working knowledge of Revit and/or Autocad
• A previous internship in mechanical or fire protection engineering

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 $50,000.00 to $75,000.00; 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.

Job posted on October 13, 2026. 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.