About the role#
Syska Hennessy Group is hiring a Fire/Life Safety Summer Intern for our New York office. This is a paid, full-time position for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site with our engineering teams to support building system designs and participate in our intern education program.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers with design documentation and calculations.
- Size building systems.
- Create AutoCAD and Revit drawings based on field surveys and system assessments.
- Join field investigations and site visits to observe project progress.
- Attend lunch-and-learn sessions as part of the intern education program.
What you'll need#
- You are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis in Sustainability.
- You have completed at least your second year of university.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite and design or calculation software.
- Previous engineering internship or co-op experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with MEP AutoCAD, Revit, or IES-VE modeling is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Pay: $26 to $28 per hour
About Syska Hennessy Group
Syska Hennessy Group is a privately held firm that provides engineering, consulting, and commissioning services for the built environment. Founded in 1928, the company maintains headquarters in New York and employs approximately 851 people. Its work spans multiple technical disciplines including electrical, mechanical, and security systems. The firm specializes in critical facilities and high performance solutions for international projects.
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