Fire Alarm Systems Technician Internship

Siemens • Morristown, NJ

1d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Siemens is seeking Smart Building Specialist Interns for their Smart Building Internship Program. This internship offers hands-on experience in installing, programming, and servicing advanced HVAC automation and fire alarm systems in commercial buildings. Interns will gain exposure to field technician work, sales, and project/service operations. The program aims to develop technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and professional growth in a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment. The positions are based in the Morristown, NJ Area, serving the NY Metro area.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or state-recognized GED
• Students currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a 2-year Technical College/School pursuing a degree in Electro-Mechanical, Electrical Electronic Systems, Electrician Technician, Fire Protection, Technology, Fire Tech, or related program.
• Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10-week program (May-July or June - August)
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at the location and surrounding local area.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship. This program does not support students on a Visa such as F1, J1, M1 and H1B as well as OPT/CPT.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments; including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings, whether it’s hot, cold, indoors, or outdoors.
• Hands-on role that requires the use of hand tools, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other tech to review program and troubleshoot building systems.
• Physically capable of safely lifting and transporting tools and equipment up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Team player who enjoys collaborating with coworkers and customers to deliver smart, safe, energy-efficient building solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experienced working on Windows-based laptops; quick to learn new software platforms for automation and control systems.
• Strong communication skills able to clearly document your work and communicate technical issues and solutions with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Spend most of your time on job sites with experienced Siemens technicians, learning how we install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation, systems in commercial buildings.
• Take part in on-the-job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
• Learn how Siemens brings smart building solutions to life by spending time with our sales team.
• Gain insight into how we engage with customers and design solutions that improve building performance and safety.
• Rotate through our service and project delivery teams to understand how customer needs are supported from installation to long-term maintenance and upgrades.
• Work alongside experienced technicians to visit customer sites and troubleshoot Fire Alarm Systems, and electronic control systems.
• Assist in diagnosing issues, performing maintenance and repairs, or supporting new installations and system commissioning.
• Collaborate with our engineering and project management teams to resolve any discrepancies in system drawings or address challenges encountered on the job.
• Interface directly with customers: document service activities, help explain system operations, and provide basic training to ensure smooth hand-off.
• Recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and add long-term value for the customer.

Benefits

• Hourly pay range for this position is $22.00 per hour for first time Interns or $24 per hour for returning Interns.
• Eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED