During the internship, you will be given assignments of limited scope and complexity giving you the opportunity to learn. The internship will provide the opportunity to:
Participate in FM's training to learn the fundamentals of building construction, occupancy, protection, and exposures (COPE) as it relates to risk assessment and risk mitigation.
Learn the fundamentals of fire protection systems.
Trail FM Consultant Engineers during their visits to commercial properties of varying complexity and learn how to perform “hands‐on” site assessments of the physical property, including roofs.
Review mechanical and electrical equipment operation, installation, maintenance, and loss potential hazards.
Make recommendations and/or engineering solutions to ensure client understanding and agreement for risk improvement.
Document risk analysis of locations visited.
Lead and deliver a technical project to be determined by FM Supervisors.
Shadow professionals in various departments within FM Global to gain a holistic understanding of the company and engineering team.
Participate in professional development events with other interns over the course of 10 weeks.
Qualifications
Plan to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical, industrial, electrical, etc.) or fire protection; able to demonstrate diverse knowledge of engineering principles;
Ability to work full time during summer internship and commute to assigned operation throughout internship;
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle throughout internship;
Strong verbal and written communication skills; good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills;
Efficient time management skills; naturally inquisitive and able to undertake and deliver projects;
Physical ability to climb commercial ladders (ex. inspect roofs), lift >25 lbs., and some clients require working in confined spaces.
Proficient in MS Office products.
Plan to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical, industrial, electrical, etc.) or fire protection; able to demonstrate diverse knowledge of engineering principles;
Ability to work full time during summer internship and commute to assigned operation throughout internship;
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle throughout internship;
Strong verbal and written communication skills; good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills;
Efficient time management skills; naturally inquisitive and able to undertake and deliver projects;
Physical ability to climb commercial ladders (ex. inspect roofs), lift >25 lbs., and some clients require working in confined spaces.
Proficient in MS Office products.
