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Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (FED/DFW)

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Dallas, TX · HybridInternshipSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Dallas, TXHybrid
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

Jacobs is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Intern in Dallas or Fort Worth for Summer 2027. The intern will support experienced engineers with fire protection system design and life safety and building code analyses, collaborating on projects across multiple markets. The role offers hands-on training and mentorship in a hybrid work environment. Previous design experience is a plus, but not required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RevitAutoCADCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

Qualifications

United States CitizenshipFire Protection Engineering or Related DegreeTwo Years College CourseworkGPA 3.0Previous Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering Internship

Full job description

We are searching for a Fire Protection Engineering Intern to join our team in Dallas or Fort Worth, TX.

You'll join a team of licensed Fire Protection Engineers who are designing some of the most complex and innovative building projects around the world. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting projects across a variety of markets, including commercial, federal, mission critical, and advanced facilities, with opportunities to contribute to projects throughout the United States, and around the world.

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to support the design of fire sprinkler systems, special hazards suppression systems, fire pumps, fire alarm and mass notification systems, and life safety and building code analyses. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, participate in real project work, and develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in Fire Protection Engineering.

We're looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to learn and eager to contribute. Previous design experience is a plus, but not required. We provide hands-on training and mentorship, and encourage individuals with an interest in Fire Protection Engineering to apply.

Successful candidates are strong communicators, effective collaborators, and detail-oriented problem solvers who thrive in a fast-paced environment. You'll have the opportunity to share your ideas, learn from industry experts, and make meaningful contributions while building experience on projects that help protect people, property, and critical infrastructure.

Our hybrid work environment offers the flexibility to work from home while maintaining opportunities for in-person collaboration and mentorship in our offices. Bring your ambition, creativity, and willingness to learn, and we'll help you build the skills and experience to shape the future of the built environment.

  • United States Citizenship

  • Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program for Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Safety Technology or other closely related degree

  • Completion of at least two years of college coursework

  • Familiarity with Revit and/or AutoCAD

Ideally, you’ll also have:

  • 3.0 GPA

  • Working knowledge of Revit and/or Autocad

  • A previous internship in mechanical or fire protection engineering

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,087 open Engineering Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$55–88K/yr132 salary ranges
  • Texas median$22–31/hr46 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 139 open Engineering Intern jobs in Texas and 2,087 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
Engineering Intern postings that state a minimum ask for 0 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 1 year (33 postings).
Education
715 of the 2,087 open Engineering Intern jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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