Fire Protection Engineering Intern
AtkinsRéalis
internship
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Toronto • Canada
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Job Level
About the role
- Assist senior fire protection specialists in the design, analysis, and evaluation of fire protection systems (fire alarm and fire suppression)
- Participate in Integrated Life Safety Systems Testing activities, documentation, and deficiency tracking
- Conduct fire and building code research (NBCC, NFCC, provincial codes, NFPA, ULC, CSA) to support code compliance and alternative solutions
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, design briefs, system specifications, and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines to integrate fire protection requirements into coordinated designs
- Participate in site visits, inspections, commissioning, and client meetings to gain practical field experience
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or similar) or a Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology
- Experience or coursework using AutoCAD, Revit, or other CAD tools is an asset
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
- Interest in fire suppression, fire alarm systems, life safety systems, and fire code consulting
- Basic understanding of fire protection principles, including detection, suppression, and life safety concepts
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards such as NBCC, NFCC, NFPA, ULC, and CSA (coursework exposure acceptable)
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and contribute in both office and field settings
- Valid driver’s licence is required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Employee recognition
- Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle needs
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Hybrid working culture
- Generous time-off policies
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
fire protection systems designfire alarm systemsfire suppression systemscode compliancetechnical report preparationsystem specificationsfire protection principlesanalytical skillsproblem solving skills
Soft skills
organizational skillseffective communicationteamworkwillingness to learnability to take direction
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringDiploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology