Fire Alarm Systems Technician Internship

About the role

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds, thereby improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Transform the everyday with us! Are you looking for an internship where you can showcase your technical aptitude and passion for problem solving to ensure customers can work in a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment? Does gaining hands-on experience, real-world skills and valuable knowledge while developing yourself professionally sound exciting to you? Then look to the Siemens Smart Building Internship Program! We are looking for Fire Alarm Systems Technician Interns. The positions will be based out of our San Antonio, TX Area location.

Responsibilities

• Spend most of your time on job sites with experienced Siemens technicians, learning how we install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation, and Fire systems in commercial buildings.
• Take part in on-the-job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
• Learn how Siemens brings smart building solutions to life by spending time with our sales team; gain insight into how we engage with customers and design solutions that improve building performance and safety.
• Rotate through our service and project delivery teams to understand how customer needs are supported from installation to long-term maintenance and upgrades.
• Work alongside experienced technicians to visit customer sites and troubleshoot Fire Alarm Systems, and electronic control systems.
• Assist in diagnosing issues, performing maintenance and repairs, or supporting new installations and system commissioning.
• Collaborate with our engineering and project management teams to resolve any discrepancies in system drawings or address challenges encountered on the job.
• Interface directly with customers: document service activities, help explain system operations, and provide basic training to ensure smooth hand-off.
• Have opportunities to recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and add long-term value for the customer.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• Students currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a 2-year Technical College/School pursuing a degree in Electro-Mechanical, Electrical Electronic Systems, Electrician Technician, Fire Protection Technology, Fire Tech or related program.
• Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10-week program (May-August).
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at the location and surrounding local area (no relocation or housing stipend).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship; this program does not support students on F1, J1, M1, H1B visas or OPT/CPT.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings, in hot, cold, indoor, or outdoor conditions.
• Hands‑on role requiring the use of hand tools, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other tech to review programs and troubleshoot building systems.
• Physically capable of safely lifting and transporting tools and equipment up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Team player who enjoys collaborating with coworkers and customers to deliver smart, safe, energy‑efficient building solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experienced working on Windows‑based laptops; quick to learn new software platforms for automation and control systems.
• Strong communication skills to clearly document work and communicate technical issues and solutions with customers and team members.

Benefits

Interns are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is $22 per hour for first‑time interns or $24 per hour for returning interns. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Schedule

Ability to work 40‑hours per week for the 10‑week program (May‑August). Internship program start dates: May 14, May 31, June 7, 2027.