Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

SmithGroup Companies, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Lunch & Learn sessions

Mentor pairing

Job summary

SmithGroup, Inc. in Boston, MA seeks a Plumbing & Fire Protection Intern for Summer 2027.

The role supports lead engineers with REVIT-based design of systems for healthcare and education facilities and involves site visits, calculations, and collaboration with architects. Ideal candidates are enrolled in BS Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering programs, have Revit or CAD experience, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a BS Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering program.
• Experience with Revit or CAD.
• Interest in plumbing and fire protection systems for healthcare and education facilities.

Responsibilities

• Model systems using REVIT 3D modeling for supply, waste & ventilation, medical gas and fire protection.
• Perform fire suppression calculations with the latest software.
• Size pipes for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Visit job sites for construction progress or surveys.
• Collaborate with architects and planners.
• Demonstrate detail orientation and self-motivation.
• Show strong graphic and verbal communication skills.
• Attend Lunch & Learn sessions and mentor pairing.

Skills

Revit

CAD

Communication

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

BS Fire Protection Engineering

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

Requisition ID12595-Posted09/15/2026-SmithGroup, Inc.-Plumbing Engineering-Boston, MA

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Bostonoffice of SmithGroup is looking for a Plumbing & Fire Protection Intern to join our team for summer 2027.

As an Intern you will:

• Utilize REVIT 3D modeling software to assist the lead engineers in the design of Supply, Waste & Ventilation, Medical Gas and Fire Protection systems for healthcare, science and technology and higher education type facilities.
• Perform Fire Suppression calculations using the latest calculation software.
• Perform pipe sizing calculations for all Plumbing and Fire Protection systems.
• Visit a job site to witness construction progress or perform existing conditions survey.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, including architects and planners.
• Is detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Has strong graphic and verbal communication skills.
• Is enrolled in a BS Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering program.
• Has experience with Revit or CAD.

SmithGroup’s internship program provides students with the opportunity to apply both classroom learning and past experience to real world application. Interns will participate in hands‑on project work, site visits as possible, “Lunch & Learn” sessions with office leadership, office activities, and mentor pairing.

SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, as well as hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $23.56 to $25.00per hour, at the time of posting. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws.