About the role#
Buro Happold is looking for a Plumbing and Fire Protection Co-op to join the team for the Spring 2027 term. You will work alongside engineers on building projects, gaining hands-on experience in system design and project coordination. This is a paid, full-time position based in Boston.
What you'll do#
- Assist senior engineers with the design of plumbing and fire protection systems.
- Create and update Revit/BIM models for construction drawings, covering phases from schematic design through construction administration.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate project requirements.
- Visit project sites to check existing conditions and track construction progress.
- Maintain high standards for all service and project work.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for mechanical, fire protection, civil, sanitary, environmental, or architectural engineering.
- Completed coursework in mechanical design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid hydraulics or dynamics.
- Familiarity with BIM software like Revit and AutoCAD.
- An interest in the built environment and sustainable design practices.
- Ability to explain technical ideas clearly.
- A desire to learn and contribute to a team.
- Previous internship experience at an engineering firm is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $24 to $34 per hour, based on education level and location.
About Buro Happold
Buro Happold is an international consultancy of engineers, designers, and advisers. Founded in 1976, the firm operates as a partnership from its headquarters in Bath, England. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company provides services across infrastructure, sustainability, and structural engineering for projects globally.
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