Fire Protection Engineer Intern - Virginia (Summer 2027)
Location
On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia. BWXT offers paid internships along with a housing stipend for those interns whose home of record is more than 50 miles from Lynchburg, VA. Internships will last approximately 10-12 weeks.
Your Day to Day as a Fire Protection Engineer Intern
Fire Protection Engineering intern will be mentored in learning basic Fire Protection principles and analytical methodologies. They will be engaged in day-to-day operations including audits, change management, and safety analyses. Supporting duties would include:
- Review and update Fire Protection and Industrial Health & Safety Technical Work Records
- Overview fire protection systems, inspect building occupancy, life safety code enforcement, sprinkler system design review, hydraulic calculations, and service water design review
- Support Emergency Team readiness
- Assist with fire protection equipment inspections
- Participate in audits of manufacturing facility
- Review, edit procedures and facility fire and emergency plans
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in B.S. or MS degree in Engineering/Technical/Science with focus in Fire Protection
- Must be US Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education
- An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations
- The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career
Pay
$29.50 per hour. The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) is expected to be $29.50 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations.
At the end of the internship, each intern has the opportunity to present their completed work/assigned projects to the leadership team.