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Fire Protection Engineering Intern | New York, NY

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Fire Protection Engineering Intern in New York, NY. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of fire protection systems in buildings. You'll work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on active projects.

In this role, you'll support work within project budgets and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You'll contribute to projects connected to hospitality, mixed-use, office/commercial, and broader MEP work in a team with strong aviation, terminal, and urban interiors experience.

At a Glance

Location: New York, NY

Discipline: Fire Protection

Markets: Hospitality; Mixed Use; Office/Commercial; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid, 10-12 week summer program

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

Assist with fire protection system design for projects in accordance with code and IMEG standards

Research commercially available equipment and supporting resources

Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and document permanent record files

Coordinate design and scheduling with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers

Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress

Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check

Prepare and issue addendum information

Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement

What You'll Bring

Required

Education

Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

Strong interest in design consulting

Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software

Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Preferred

Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds

Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull

Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

About the Team

Dense urban MEP and fire protection coordination for airports, terminals, retail and office fit-outs, and landlord infrastructure work

Active aviation work tied to JFK Terminal 6 and other airport programs

Additional aviation work at JFK T5/T8, LGA, BWI, SAN, SEA, and related advertising, telecom, and terminal packages

Heavy New York-area retail, office, restaurant, and tenant review work

Frequent mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, plus recurring telecom, AV, lighting, and security coordination

Recent work includes JFK Terminal 6 Stage 3 2026, Transportation / Aviation, and Marriott Tribute Hotel / Washington, DC / New Marriott Tribute Hotel in DC, Hospitality

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

A paid internship with real, hands-on project work, not busywork

A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns

A clear path to full-time: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG

IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader

Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm

MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

State of New York Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and help support fire protection designs that contribute to complex building projects and positive client outcomes.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran'sstatus, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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