Research Engineer Intern

About the Role

FM is a leading property insurer. This internship offers unique work experiences helping clients identify and understand potential risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze building design codes and related technical information to support building-vulnerability mapping and loss-estimation studies.
• Participate in experimental testing at the Research Campus and in Norwood, including conducting tests and processing/analyzing resulting data.
• Document methods, assumptions, results, and technical findings.
• Communicate results to research staff and project leads.
• Visit other FM locations.
• Participate in professional development events with other interns.
• Assist with special projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Interest in experimental work and data processing.
• Interest in design codes and engineering analysis.
• MATLAB, Python or similar coding and data-analysis tools preferred.
• Modeling and design software preferred.
• Coursework, project experience, or interest in risk assessment and mitigation systems preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office products.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work F/T during summer internship.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Naturally inquisitive with the ability to undertake and deliver projects with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle throughout internship.