About the role#
Holmes US is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our team for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site role based in San Francisco. You will work on fire protection solutions and gain experience with industry-standard engineering practices.
What you'll do#
- Support fire protection solutions for various projects.
- Operate fire modeling tools.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the United States.
- Participate in weekly development workshops.
- Learn from experienced fire safety engineers.
- Attend team social events and activities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Fire Protection Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Previous internship experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Experience with fire modeling software.
- A team-oriented mindset and a commitment to learning.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $30 to $35 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Holmes US
Holmes US is an interdisciplinary engineering firm established in 2001. The company operates as a partnership and employs between 51 and 200 people. It maintains offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, and Seattle. The firm focuses on structural and fire engineering, including work on high-rises, seismic retrofits, and mass timber projects.
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