Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer Jobs
New grad fire protection engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with Vallen, EwingCole, and SmithGroup hiring at this level now.
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We have created the SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship to support and mentor students in architecture, interior design, urban planning, landscape architecture and engineering (civil/structural, mechanical, electrical and fire protection). The program's mission is to provide these students with the opportunity to attain their professional goals while advancing the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) industry and improving the built environment.
SmithGroup fosters an inclusive design process where teams comprised of individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives develop thoughtful design solutions to address complex real-world problems. The SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship is intended to support the next generation of talent by providing students with academic support and the opportunity to gain professional experience in the design industry. It includes a one-time award of $6,000 to offset tuition at their current academic institution (5 scholarships are awarded each year) and a paid summer internship at a SmithGroup office in the United States. Students who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering inclusion within their university, community, and/or AEC industry are encouraged to .
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be a current undergraduate (at least a junior level standing) or graduate student in an accredited architecture, interior design, urban planning, landscape architecture or engineering program in the United States.
- Applicants must be an enrolled student during the Fall 2027 semester as scholarships are paid directly to the academic institution.
- Applicants must be available for a paid summer internship.
- Applicants should have a current GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Prior to starting your application, please have the following items available:
- Cover letter explaining your involvement in organizations and activities that demonstrate your commitment to foster inclusion within your university, community, and/or the AEC industry.
- Resume
Application Deadline: December 6, 2026
SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, with hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $19.00 to $28.00 per hour, at the time of posting. Interns are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August.
We have created the SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship to support and mentor students in architecture, interior design, urban planning, landscape architecture and engineering (civil/structural, mechanical, electrical and fire protection). The program's mission is to provide these students with the opportunity to attain their professional goals while advancing the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) industry and improving the built environment.
SmithGroup fosters an inclusive design process where teams comprised of individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives develop thoughtful design solutions to address complex real-world problems. The SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship is intended to support the next generation of talent by providing students with academic support and the opportunity to gain professional experience in the design industry. It includes a one-time award of $6,000 to offset tuition at their current academic institution (5 scholarships are awarded each year) and a paid summer internship at a SmithGroup office in the United States. Students who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering inclusion within their university, community, and/or AEC industry are encouraged to .
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be a current undergraduate (at least a junior level standing) or graduate student in an accredited architecture, interior design, urban planning, landscape architecture or engineering program in the United States.
- Applicants must be an enrolled student during the Fall 2027 semester as scholarships are paid directly to the academic institution.
- Applicants must be available for a paid summer internship.
- Applicants should have a current GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Prior to starting your application, please have the following items available:
- Cover letter explaining your involvement in organizations and activities that demonstrate your commitment to foster inclusion within your university, community, and/or the AEC industry.
- Resume
Application Deadline: December 6, 2026
SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, with hybrid work options that give interns the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $19.00 to $28.00 per hour, at the time of posting. Interns are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August.
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Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level fire protection engineer job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for a degree in fire protection, mechanical, or civil engineering, plus any internship or co-op experience with fire suppression systems, sprinkler design, or code compliance. Familiarity with NFPA codes and experience with design software like AutoCAD or Revit gives candidates a clear edge. A portfolio of academic or internship projects helps demonstrate practical ability when your resume is short.
Which companies hire entry level fire protection engineers?
Companies hiring entry level fire protection engineers right now include Vallen, EwingCole, and SmithGroup, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring covers engineering consulting firms, fire protection specialty contractors, and large construction companies that staff their own in-house fire and life safety teams.
Are there remote entry level fire protection engineer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level fire protection roles are on-site given the field-inspection and design-review nature of the work. About 13% of entry level fire protection engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically focus on design, drafting, or hydraulic calculations rather than site visits.
Are these new grad fire protection engineer jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior fire protection engineer roles alongside other entry level positions. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward that threshold, or explicitly accepts a strong academic portfolio in place of full-time work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level fire protection engineers?
Entry Level fire protection engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they involve large-scale construction projects, high-occupancy buildings, or regulated facilities where fire and life safety engineering is required throughout the design and build process.