Fire Protection Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s what you can expect as an intern:

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• PERKS – Intern Welcome Package with branded swag, team-building activities, networking opportunities, group sessions with industry leaders, wellness initiatives and volunteer activities and much more!
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.

What You’ll Do

As a Fire Protection Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and project teams on projects involving life safety systems and fire protection design. Throughout this 11- week internship program, you will:

• Assist with fire alarm and fire suppression system layouts
• Support code analysis and life safety reviews
• Participate in project coordination meetings with multidisciplinary teams
• Review applicable fire and building codes
• Attend site visits and observe construction progress
• Assist with permit and construction documentation preparation
• Learn how fire protection systems integrate into architectural and MEP designs

Software & Technical Skills You’ll Learn

Interns will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard mechanical engineering software and tools, including:

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Bluebeam Revu
• NFPA standards and code review resources
• BIM coordination tools
• Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

We're looking for driven students who are eager to grow their professional skills, contribute to real-life, meaningful projects, and be a part of a talented team. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Currently enrolled as a junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Interested in life safety systems and code compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player
• Eager to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary AEC environment

Work Location

This is an onsite position based out of our Bentonville, AR office.

Overview

Core States Group designs, builds, and manages programs and projects across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Established in 1999, the company offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world’s most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design.

With 24 offices across the United States and Canada, Core States Group is an industry powerhouse that drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Community, Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more. Visit us at www.core-states.com.

A Note to Candidates

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.