Plumbing/Fire Protection Student Intern (Summer 2026) at CannonDesign

Wayne State University; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,618 - 35,128; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending account options

Paid time off

401k plan

Employee perk programs

Job summary

A distinguished educational institution is seeking a student intern in engineering. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the intern will work on plumbing and HVAC systems under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with designs, Revit/BIM modeling, and site visits. Candidates must be enrolled in an engineering degree program and possess strong communication skills. This role has the potential to evolve into a full-time position, offering valuable hands-on experience in various building projects.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in and working toward a degree in Engineering.
• Familiarity with computer applications for engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in uncomplicated designs of plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Support Revit/BIM modeling of plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Review and markup shop drawing submittals.
• Visit job sites to verify conditions and observe progress.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience in engineering design software (e.g., Revit MEP)

Education

Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a student intern, you will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the supervision of a Certified Plumbing Designer or licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in the educational, healthcare, commercial and science & technology markets. Based on business needs, this position has the potential to evolve into a full-time entry-level role for students who meet the required qualifications.

• Under guidance of a Certified Plumbing Designer or licensed engineer, may perform uncomplicated designs of plumbing & fire protection systems for building design. May assist with uncomplicated designs of ductwork, piping, controls and equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design.
• With supervisory oversight assist in Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of plumbing & fire protection and HVAC systems from Schematic Design to Construction Administration phases.
• Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
• Recommend ways to improve process, quality, and coordination efforts.
• May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• May perform other duties as required.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Enrolled in and working toward a Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP) preferred.

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Buffalo, NY office is $21.50 to $25.50 per hour. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page athttps://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits . Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.