Fire Sprinkler Design Intern - Continental

Kiewit Corporation; Omaha, Davenport, Des Moines, Hanover (NE, IA, IA, MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company is seeking a Design intern based in Omaha, NE, to support the Drafting & Design department. You will assist with shop drawings, CAD backgrounds, and documentation under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in fire protection design.

The role can be part-time during the school year and full-time in Summer 2026, requiring pursuing an Engineering-related degree and proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or related fields.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willing to commit to part-time during school year and full-time in Summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Revising shop drawings
• Making test papers and preparing job packets
• Plotting
• Preparing CAD backgrounds

Skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Fire Protection Engineering

Construction Management

Associates degree allowed

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Location: Omaha, NE, US DesMoines, IA, US Davenport, IA, US Hanover, MD, US

Requisition ID:182618

Job Level:Internship

Department:Drafting & Design

Market:Building

Employment Type:Full Time Temporary

Department Overview

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company is a full-service fire suppression company that designs, installs, services and inspects fire protection systems. Our headquarters are in Omaha, NE, with area offices in Davenport, IA; Des Moines, IA; and Glen Burnie, MD. We pride ourselves on developing top-notch people into the managers and leaders of the future. Our success is evidenced by the number of successful, long-term Continental employees. We commit extensive resources to training and developing our people through formal programs and hands‑on experience. Our experienced personnel, use of innovative technology and genuine dedication to customer service has established us as a trusted source for fire protection services.

Location

This position is based out of ourmain office in Omaha, Nebraska and Hanover, Maryland

Responsibilities

You will assist the Design Department with multiple tasks including but not limited to:

• revising shop drawings
• making test papers and preparing job packets
• plotting
• preparing CAD backgrounds

As a Design intern you may manage and design projects as assigned with supervision by the Area Design Manager or Contract Design Manager.

Successful candidates must:

• Be available for part‑time work during the school year (not mandatory) and full‑time work during the Summer of 2026
• Be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree strongly preferred (Associates degree also considered)
• Have knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Have a strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Have experience in AutoCAD

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation:$17.00/hr -$24.00/hr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

At Continental, we only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

As a leader in fire‑protection and alarm and detection systems, our people are the most qualified in the industry, thanks to our extensive, ongoing training.We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, you’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

If you want opportunities to grow, look no further.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.