Consultant Engineering Intern

Company: FM Global
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: October 7, 2024

Job Description:

Internship opportunity in property insurance with FM, a leading insurer of large businesses, providing engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions.

FM is a global property insurer that helps large businesses maintain continuity in their operations by providing engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. As an intern, you will work with a dynamic and culturally diverse team in a variety of challenging roles. You will have the opportunity to bring your engineering learning to life and learn how FM helps clients neutralize potential disasters such as fires, explosions, earthquakes, floods, and many others.

As an intern, you will be involved in field visits, office work, and projects, and will have the opportunity to work on special projects, job shadowing, and real work, both in the office and out in the field. You will gain exposure to FM's unique business model and key differentiators through training, research, and first-hand experience. You will also have the opportunity to learn from experienced engineers and gain practical engineering knowledge.

Responsibilities:

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• Participate in FM training to learn the fundamentals of building construction, occupancy, protection, and exposures (COPE) as it relates to risk assessment and risk mitigation.
  
• Learn the fundamentals of fire protection systems.
  
• Trail FM Consultant Engineers during their visits to commercial properties of varying complexity and learn how to perform "hands-on" site assessments of the physical property, including roofs.
  
• Review mechanical and electrical equipment operation, installation, maintenance, and loss potential hazards.
  
• Make recommendations and/or engineering solutions to ensure client understanding and agreement for risk improvement.
  
• Document risk analysis of locations visited.
  
• Lead and deliver a technical project to be determined by FM Supervisors.
  
• Shadow professionals in various departments within FM to gain a holistic understanding of the company and engineering team.
  
• Participate in professional development events with other interns.
  
  
  Qualifications:
  
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  • Plan to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, mechanical, industrial, electrical, etc.) or fire protection; able to demonstrate diverse knowledge of engineering principles.
    
  • Ability to work full time during summer internship and commute to assigned operation throughout internship.
    
  • Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle throughout internship.
    
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
    
  • Efficient time management skills; naturally inquisitive and able to undertake and deliver projects.
    
  • Physical ability to climb commercial ladders (ex. inspect roofs), lift > 25 lbs., and some clients require working in confined spaces.
    
  • Proficient in MS Office products.
    
    
    The hiring range for this position is $22.00 to $27.00 per hour. The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience.
    
    FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

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