Life Safety – Fire & Life Safety Engineering Intern

SOCOTEC•Coral Gables, MA

22h

About The Position

SOCOTEC’s Fire & Life Safety team helps protect building occupants from fire hazards and other emergencies. The team works to ensure buildings are designed and maintained in accordance with applicable building and fire codes and industry standards, while providing safe environments for occupants. Its work may include evaluating fire and life safety systems, reviewing building designs, conducting inspections, researching codes, and identifying potential risks. The intern will gain hands-on experience alongside engineers and consultants on building and fire safety projects. The role provides exposure to how building codes, fire protection systems, and safety practices are applied to building design and construction. Depending on project needs, the intern may support research, plan reviews, site visits, inspections, risk analysis, technical reporting, and other project work. The position combines office-based work with field and site visits, including to construction sites and existing buildings. Interns must follow applicable field safety requirements.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
Interest in fire protection, building safety, engineering, architecture, or the design and construction of buildings.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfortable working in an office environment and visiting project sites.
A valid driver’s license may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

Assist with building and fire code research and consultation.
Support Fire Protection Engineers and Life Safety Consultants with project assignments.
Assist with reviewing building plans and drawings.
Learn how fire and life safety requirements are incorporated into building designs.
Gain exposure to fire protection engineering and fire protection systems.
Learn about smoke alarms, fire alarms, and other fire detection and suppression systems.
Assist with risk analysis and identifying potential life safety concerns.
Participate in building and construction site visits, inspections, and field observations.
Assist with documenting site conditions, inspection findings, and project information.
Support the preparation of technical reports and project documentation.
Work with experienced professionals to help identify solutions to building and life safety challenges.
Develop technical, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Explore different areas of Fire & Life Safety based on interests and career goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the manager.