Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

STV Incorporated; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking a motivated Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our Buildings & Facilities team. This internship provides hands-on exposure to planning, design, and documentation of plumbing and fire protection systems across various building types, ideal for Mechanical Engineering students.

You will assist with system layouts, basic calculations, equipment selection, and construction documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Coursework in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, building systems, or fire protection engineering preferred.
• Prior internship or co-op experience in mechanical, plumbing, or fire protection design.
• Interest in sustainable design principles (LEED familiarity a plus).
• Long-term interest in pursuing certifications such as CPD or NICET.
• Foundational understanding of plumbing and fire protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of plumbing and fire protection system designs.
• Support calculations for domestic water, sanitary drainage, storm drainage, natural gas, compressed air, and vacuum systems.
• Assist with sprinkler system hydraulic calculations under supervision.
• Help develop technical reports, equipment schedules, and specifications.
• Support survey and documentation of existing plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Utilize AutoCAD and/or Revit to produce drawings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct basic research on applicable NFPA standards and building codes.
• Participate in internal design meetings and coordination sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MicroStation

Job description

STV is seeking a motivated Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our Buildings & Facilities team. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to the planning, design, and documentation of plumbing and fire protection systems across a variety of building types. This role is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline who are interested in building systems design, code compliance, and technical problem‑solving within the built environment. As a Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineering Intern, you will support engineers and designers in preparing system layouts, performing basic calculations, assisting with equipment selection, and contributing to construction documentation. You will gain practical experience working on commercial, industrial, municipal, educational, laboratory, residential, institutional, and governmental facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of plumbing and fire protection system designs.
• Support calculations for domestic water, sanitary drainage, storm drainage, natural gas, compressed air, and vacuum systems.
• Assist with sprinkler system hydraulic calculations under supervision.
• Help develop technical reports, equipment schedules, and specifications.
• Support survey and documentation of existing plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Utilize AutoCAD and/or Revit to produce drawings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct basic research on applicable NFPA standards and building codes.
• Participate in internal design meetings and coordination sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project delivery.

Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Preferred

• Coursework in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, building systems, or fire protection engineering preferred.
• Prior internship or co-op experience in mechanical, plumbing, or fire protection design.
• Interest in sustainable design principles (LEED familiarity a plus).
• Long‑term interest in pursuing certifications such as CPD or NICET.
• Foundational understanding of plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and building codes (academic exposure acceptable).
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic principles and system sizing concepts.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit preferred.
• Exposure to MicroStation or Bentley 3D is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range: $54,810.00 - $62,284.00

STV offers the following benefits:

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back‑Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world‑class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.