FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING INTERN

Job Description

Overview

The Engineering Services Division is seeking a motivated university or college intern to support fire suppression, fire alarm, integrated life safety systems and Code consulting projects across Canada. Our group delivers fire protection engineering services for complex facilities including industrial, infrastructure, transportation, commercial, and institutional projects.

This internship provides hands on exposure to fire protection design, integrated systems testing, and code consulting, working alongside experienced fire protection engineers and specialists. The role is well suited to students looking to build a strong technical foundation in fire protection engineering and life safety systems within a multidisciplinary consulting environment.

Your role

• Assist senior fire protection specialists in the design, analysis, and evaluation of fire protection systems (fire alarm and fire suppression).
• Participate in Integrated Life Safety Systems Testing activities, documentation, and deficiency tracking.
• Conduct fire and building code research (NBCC, NFCC, provincial codes, NFPA, ULC, CSA) to support code compliance and alternative solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, design briefs, system specifications, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines to integrate fire protection requirements into coordinated designs.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, commissioning, and client meetings to gain practical field experience.

About you

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar) or a Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology.
• Experience or coursework using AutoCAD, Revit, or other CAD tools is an asset.
• Prior co op or internship experience is an asset but not required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Interest in fire suppression, fire alarm systems, life safety systems, and fire code consulting.
• Basic understanding of fire protection principles, including detection, suppression, and life safety concepts.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards such as NBCC, NFCC, NFPA, ULC, and CSA (coursework exposure acceptable).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and contribute in both office and field settings.
• Valid driver's licence is required.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

About AtkinsRalis

We're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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