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Buro Happold

Plumbing & Fire Protection Intern - Los Angeles (Summer 2026)

Hybrid

Los angeles, United states

$ 32 /hour

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Internship

17-10-2025

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Creativity AutoCAD

Job Specifications

Start designing tomorrow's future!

Buro Happold is looking for a dedicated and collaborative Plumbing and Fire Protection Intern to join our inclusive and welcoming team in Los Angeles!

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it'll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything - from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.

Learn more about Fire and Plumbing Protection Engineering at Buro Happold

Your key duties: As a Plumbing/Fire Protection Intern, you will support the engineering team in designing, modeling and collaborating with other team members for various building projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in system design, BIM modeling, site visits and exposure to industry standards and codes. In return, we'll help you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

Assist in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems under the supervision of a senior engineer.
Contribute to Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project coordination.
Participate in site visits to verify existing conditions and observe progress during construction.
Ensure service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard and quality.

Your Skills And Experience

This role will require the following:

Coursework in Mechanical, Civil, Fire Protection or Architectural Engineering.
Familiarity with BIM modelling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
Internship experience at engineering related firm beneficial, and proven interest in the built environment and sustainable design practices.
Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner.
Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What we offer:

Hourly rate of $22 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location
Hybrid working & summer hours
Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups

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Ready for something a little less ordinary?

Apply now to start your career journey with us.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other's differences is key, we want employees to feel they don't have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.

About the Company

We are an international, integrated consultancy of engineers, designers and advisers. For over 45 years, we have built an unrivalled reputation by delivering creative, value-led solutions for the benefit of people, places and planet. Described by our clients as 'passionate', 'innovative' and 'collaborative', Buro Happold is synonymous with the delivery of exceptionally complex projects on every continent, working with the world's leading architectural practices and organisations, such as the United Nations, UNESCO and C40 Ci... Know more