Fire Protection Intern

We are seeking a detailoriented and analytical Fire Protection Intern to join our team in Arlington Virginia office. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain handson experience in the field of fire protection engineering while contributing to the safety of our built environment.

This position is expected to begin in June 2025.

The responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the design and review of fire protection systems for various building types
• Support senior engineers in conducting fire risk assessments and safety audits
• Help prepare technical reports and documentation for fire protection projects
• Participate in site visits to observe and learn about fire protection system installations
• Contribute to the development of fire safety plans and emergency procedures
• Assist in researching and staying uptodate with the latest fire protection technologies and regulations
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure fire safety compliance in building designs
• Support the team in creating and maintaining project documentation and drawings

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be pursuing a bachelors degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Safety Engineering and must have completed at least 1 year of study in the applicable program. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelors degree and plan to continue with the masters degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelors degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of fire protection systems and safety principles
• Familiarity with building codes and safety regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of fire protection
• AutoCAD or similar CAD software experience is preferred but not required
• Interest in obtaining future fire protection certifications is a plus

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Ability to work onsite in Arlington United States and travel to project locations as needed

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public and privatesector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and wellbeing programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industryleading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern