Summer Intern, Fire Protection Division
About The Position
Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection is one of the fastest growing mechanical contractors across South Carolina. We are dedicated to investing in the future of mechanical contracting by empowering the upcoming generation. We will be taking on at least one (1) Intern for the Summer of 2026. Below is what you can expect by joining Thomas Mechanical to gain hands on experience in the trades. 1. Program Goals Provide hands-on exposure to fire protection construction by rotating between the design and installation teams, gaining experience in fire sprinkler installation. Support workforce development by mentoring future tradespeople and potential full-time employees. Educate interns on field safety, blueprint reading, material handling, and team collaboration in real jobsite settings. 2. Internship Duration Length: 8–12 weeks (adjustable based on school schedules or project phases with the option to continue) Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 7am – 5pm with the possibility of overtime Season: Primarily summer, with options for spring/fall depending on project needs and school calendars 3. Ideal Intern Profile Students enrolled in colleges, trade schools, or vocational high school programs focused on the fire protection trade, engineering or construction. Interest in fire protection systems. Must be physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs, working at heights or in confined spaces, and handling jobsite conditions. 4. Learning Objectives Gain a basic understanding of fire protection fabrication and installation techniques. Assist with installation of systems to include wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action and fire pumps. Understand jobsite coordination, sequencing, and construction safety protocols. Interpret fire protection drawings, building blueprints, and schematics under supervision. Requirements Confident working on construction sites, shadowing foremen, superintendent, and piping teams. Able to assist with layout, material staging, and tool handling. Willing to participate in installation of fire sprinkler piping systems. Help with jobsite cleanup, tool maintenance, and project logistics. Attend daily huddles, toolbox talks, and safety briefings. Open to shadowing Project Managers in the office to learn how projects are facilitated from start to finish, including planning, coordination, and execution. 6. Mentorship and Supervision Interns will be paired with a designated foreman or crew lead who serves as a mentor with oversight of the Project Manager. Weekly check-ins to discuss learning progress, answer questions, and set short-term goals. Exposure to different teams (design, installation) for a well-rounded experience.
Requirements
- Students enrolled in colleges, trade schools, or vocational high school programs focused on the fire protection trade, engineering or construction.
- Interest in fire protection systems.
- Must be physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs, working at heights or in confined spaces, and handling jobsite conditions.
- Confident working on construction sites, shadowing foremen, superintendent, and piping teams.
- Able to assist with layout, material staging, and tool handling.
- Willing to participate in installation of fire sprinkler piping systems.
- Open to shadowing Project Managers in the office to learn how projects are facilitated from start to finish, including planning, coordination, and execution.
Responsibilities
- Assist with installation of systems to include wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action and fire pumps.
- Help with jobsite cleanup, tool maintenance, and project logistics.
- Attend daily huddles, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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