Plumbing​/Fire Protection Student Intern; Summer at CannonDesign

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a student intern, you will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the supervision of a Certified Plumbing Designer or licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in the educational, healthcare, commercial and science & technology markets. Based on business needs, this position has the potential to evolve into a full-time entry-level role for students who meet the required qualifications.

• Under guidance of a Certified Plumbing Designer or licensed engineer, may perform uncomplicated designs of plumbing & fire protection systems for building design. May assist with uncomplicated designs of ductwork, piping, controls and equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design.
• With supervisory oversight assist in Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of plumbing & fire protection and HVAC systems from Schematic Design to Construction Administration phases.
• Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
• Recommend ways to improve process, quality, and coordination efforts.
• May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• May perform other duties as required.

• Enrolled in and working toward a Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP) preferred.

Cannon Design is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better.

It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Buffalo, NY office is $21.50 to $25.50 per hour. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at . Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required time frames and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of…