Fire Sprinkler Design Intern - Continental

Kiewit; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company in Omaha, NE is seeking a Design Intern to support the Drafting & Design team. You will assist with shop drawings revisions, plot job packets, and prepare CAD backgrounds under supervision by the Area Design Manager.

Qualified candidates are pursuing an Engineering-related degree, with knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office. Part‑time during school year and full‑time in summer 2026 are possible, with a strong work ethic and clear communication skills valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Associates degree also considered).
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in AutoCAD.
• Strong work ethic and reliable team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Design Department with revising shop drawings, plotting, and preparing job packets.
• Prepare CAD backgrounds and related design documents.
• Support project management and design tasks under supervision.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Written and verbal communication

Education

Engineering degree (Fire Protection/ Construction Management)

Associates degree considered

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word/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 our main 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

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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.