About the role#
Holmes US is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This is a paid, full-time, on-site position based in Portland, Oregon. You will work on fire protection solutions and gain technical experience within our engineering team.
What you'll do#
- Support fire protection solutions for various projects.
- Use fire modeling tools and related technology.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Attend weekly development workshops.
- Learn from engineers in fire safety.
- Participate in team activities and social events.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a B.S. or M.S. in Fire Protection Engineering or another engineering discipline.
- Prior internship experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Experience with fire modeling tools.
- A team-oriented mindset and a commitment to learning.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Oregon.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
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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