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Disneyland Fire Prevention Engineering Intern, Fall 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Anaheim

AI generated summary

  • You need relevant engineering experience, coursework in fire protection and codes, strong skills, 3.0+ GPA, be a current student, available full-time in Anaheim, 18+, and have reliable transport and housing.
  • You will assist engineers and architects with project tasks, review compliance submittals, consult on fire safety inquiries, and support integrated safety systems testing.

Requirements

  • Prior related work experience is desired, including co-op/intern programs with a focus on engineering or construction.
  • Coursework or prior experience in Mass & Heat Transfer, Fluid Dynamics, and Thermodynamics.
  • Coursework or prior experience in Building, Fire, and Mechanical Codes (California edition preferred).
  • Demonstrated/proven strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-starter with demonstrated initiative - able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Availability to work various shifts based on project requirements.
  • Coursework or prior experience in Building, Fire, and Mechanical Codes (California edition preferred).
  • Experience working with AutoCAD, REVIT and/or BIM (Building Information Modeling).
  • Prior related work experience is desired, including co-op/intern programs with a focus on engineering or construction.
  • Coursework or prior experience in NFPA codes (13, 14, 30, 72, 92, 96, 400) and FM datasheets.
  • Coursework or prior experience in Smoke Management, Fire Dynamics, Fire Modeling, Performance Based Design, and Water Based Fire Suppression Systems.
  • Junior, Senior or Graduate student currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree at an accredited 4-year College or University studying Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher as shown on a transcript.
  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship. Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess unrestricted work authorization
  • Be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines
  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship
  • Fully available Monday thru Friday, PST for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
  • Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Anaheim, CA area
  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Responsibilities

  • Assist project engineers (Civil, Fire Protection, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical), architects, and partners in all phases of project work, from drafting, on-site as-built documentation, code research/ analysis, design coordination with outside design consultants, field data collection, light design/ production work, construction administration, and project closeout documentation for a variety of projects ranging in scope from minor rehabs to building new facilities.
  • Assist and consult on general facility fire and life safety inquiries by resort partners.
  • Review submittals from fire sprinkler and fire alarm contractors for compliance with FM standards, Disney standards, NFPA codes, and the California Fire Code.
  • Review submittals from outside design consultants for compliance with FM standards, Disney standards, NFPA codes, and the California Fire Code.
  • Assist facility engineers with integrated safety systems testing.

FAQs

What are the approximate dates for the Disneyland Fire Prevention Engineering Internship?

The approximate dates for the internship are June 2025 to December 2025.

Is this internship full-time?

Yes, this internship is a full-time position, and interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Anaheim, CA.

What are the required qualifications for applicants?

Applicants should have prior related work experience, coursework or experience in Mass & Heat Transfer, Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Building, Fire, and Mechanical Codes, as well as strong leadership, technical and interpersonal skills.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 or higher as shown on a transcript.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include experience with AutoCAD, REVIT, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and coursework or experience in various NFPA codes and fire engineering topics.

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The pay rate for this role as an undergraduate in CA is $30.00/hr, and for graduate students, it is $35.00/hr.

What should applicants know about housing and transportation?

Interns must provide their own housing for the duration of the internship in the Anaheim, CA area and have reliable transportation to and from work.

Do interns need to comply with The Disney Look guidelines?

Yes, interns must be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines.

Is it necessary to be enrolled in a college or university to apply?

Yes, applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree, and must be taking at least one class at the time of application.

Are there any specific age and work authorization requirements?

Yes, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization.

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