Fire Protection Engineering Internship – 307508

Fire Protection Engineering Internship – 307508

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:  
SUSTAINABLE & RESILIENT SOLUTIONS (SRS) PRACTICE
Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings – architecture, planning, landscape architecture, engineering and management – to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics – “success” to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients expectations to “Make a Difference.”

DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking Fire Protection Engineering Interns to join our team in our Moon Township, PA (Pittsburgh) office and/or our Denver, CO office. The Fire Protection team if part of a full-service Architectural and Engineering team. Projects include all aspects of fire protection engineering design from cradle to grave. This includes of proposal preparation, complete system design, site evaluations, and testing and commissioning of systems. Typical projects and types of systems include: fire sprinklers, fire pumps, high expansion foam, clean agent systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems. Typical buildings and facilities include: office buildings, storage and warehouses, aircraft hangars, and maintenance facilities. Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to, the following activities:
Complete fire protection system designs for sprinkler, fire pump, fire alarm and mass notification systems
Assist senior staff with project completion
Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump design
Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysis
Perform on-site system evaluations and assist with final system testing
Summarize submittals and contractor Requests for Information for review
Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Sophomore, Junior or Senior year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
Have an understanding of fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems
AutoCAD and Revit experience are preferred

COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $20.00-$25.00 per hour. This will be dependent on the experience and academic level of the incoming candidate.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the worlds most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law rom discrimination.