Fire Protection Engineering Intern

Posted on 11/12/2025

Coffman Engineers

Coffman Engineers

Compensation Overview

$22 - $30/hr

San Diego, CA, USA

In Person

Job Description

The right team is more than an advantage, it’s a game changer! Come work with a team of engineering professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers San Diego Office.

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented individual with an interest in engineering to join our team as a Fire Protection Engineering Intern for the summer of 2026. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of post-secondary education in an accredited fire protection or structural engineering program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Coursework and working knowledge of Structural Engineering (preferred).
  • Working knowledge and experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
  • Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities (or demonstrate ability to develop such abilities).
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
  • Experience with computer software programs and analysis systems (such as Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, ETABS, etc.)
  • General building construction knowledge (preferred)

Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Enrolled as a full-time student in an in a fire protection or structural engineering program at a nationally recognized, accredited college.
  • Minimum of three years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate Fire Protection or Structural engineering degree.

Expected hourly wage of $22.00 - $30.00.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.