Intern - Fire and Life Safety Engineering
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About the Role
WSP is seeking a motivated Intern Fire & Life Safety to support the specialist Fire & Life Safety team on building and infrastructure projects. The internship offers hands-on exposure to fire engineering, life safety design, and regulatory compliance.
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Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of Fire & Life Safety strategies, reports, and technical deliverables
- Perform research to inform performance based design engineering analysis
- Assist in the development and preparation of Fire Engineering Briefs and fire test methodologies
- Support life safety design reviews, including means of egress, fire zoning, and occupancy calculations
- Assist with code compliance checks against relevant standards (UAE Fire & Life Safety Code, IBC, NFPA, British Standards)
- Support coordination with architecture, MEP, and structural teams to integrate fire safety requirements
- Assist in preparing authority submission documents and responding to review comments under supervision
- Participate in site visits and inspections, supporting senior engineers during construction stages
- Maintain project documentation and support internal quality processes
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
- Basic understanding of fire protection systems, life safety principles, and building codes
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or Revit is an advantage
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Eagerness to learn, with a collaborative and professional approach
Full Job Posting
Overview
- WSP in the Middle East is seeking a motivated Intern Fire & Life Safety to support our specialist Fire & Life Safety team on a range of building and infrastructure projects.
- This internship offers hands on exposure to fire engineering, life safety design, and regulatory compliance within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
- The role is ideal for students or recent graduates eager to gain practical experience and build a foundation in Fire & Life Safety engineering.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Basic understanding of fire protection systems, life safety principles, and building codes.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or Revit is an advantage.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Eagerness to learn, with a collaborative and professional approach.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of Fire & Life Safety strategies, reports, and technical deliverables.
- Perform research to inform performance based design engineering analysis.
- Assist in the development and preparation of Fire Engineering Briefs and fire test methodologies.
- Support life safety design reviews, including means of egress, fire zoning, and occupancy calculations.
- Assist with code compliance checks against relevant standards (UAE Fire & Life Safety Code, IBC, NFPA, British Standards).
- Support coordination with architecture, MEP, and structural teams to integrate fire safety requirements.
- Assist in preparing authority submission documents and responding to review comments under supervision.
- Participate in site visits and inspections, supporting senior engineers during construction stages.
- Maintain project documentation and support internal quality processes.
What We Offer
- Exposure to high profile, complex projects across the UAE.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced Fire & Life Safety specialists.
- A structured learning environment within a global consultancy.
- An excellent opportunity to develop technical and professional skills in Fire & Life Safety engineering.
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