Fire Protection Engineering Intern
Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.
Virginia Beach, VAFull-time$22–27/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, seeks a Fire Protection Engineering Intern to support its design department through project assignments, design tasks, and documentation. The intern will gain practical experience while supporting educational development, working with engineers and multidisciplinary teams. The position is based in a general office environment and does not offer immigration sponsorship or support, except for qualified candidates eligible for TN visa classification.
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Full job description
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Position Summary: Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our team. The Fire Protection Engineering Intern will support the assigned design department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project design and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Compensation for this position is $22.00-$27.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
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Assist senior or lead Fire Protection Engineers with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support
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Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, design development, and construction phases
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Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings
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Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
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Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
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Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience
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Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
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Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
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Collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and other multidisciplinary team members
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
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Familiarity in using standard Microsoft Office for document creation and email communication
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Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials
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Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity
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Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups
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Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors
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Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others
Required Experience
- Full-time student currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering Technology.
Preferred Experience
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Coursework in a related field
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Previous internship or relevant work experience
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Familiarity with design and production software, with the ability to use these tools to develop project documents and collaborate with project team members
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Benefits
JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
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Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
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Paid Time Off
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Paid Holidays
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Paid Caregiver Leave Program
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401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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Career Development Programs
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And more…
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Benefits | JMT (https://jmt.com/careers/benefits/)
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law .
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