Internship Program

Real-world work experience with a fire safety mission.
FSRI Internship Programs hero
  • Overview

The Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), part of UL Research Institutes Internship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students to make a significant contribution to our mission of addressing the world’s unresolved fire safety risks and emerging dangers. 

FSRI offers internships in various scientific and engineering specialties such as fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering and data science as well as in amplification roles like marketing, communications, multimedia design, social media / analytics, brand management or instructional design. 

Candidates come from all types of backgrounds and have a variety of experience, but all share some commonalities:

  • Passion for their field of study and for furthering their knowledge
  • Flexibility and an aptitude for creative problem-solving
  • A strong desire to contribute to a fire safe world

The work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, and interns will come away with valuable, relevant and applicable professional experience. Some internships even lead to full-time positions within the FSRI team.  

Ashlyn Bonner

Marketing Intern, 2025

"I have been able to have a huge role in many projects spanning from public relations to marketing, which has not only entrenched me in these professions but also helped me contribute to the difference FSRI is making in the world."

Sydney O’Clery

Multimedia Design Intern, 2025

"I’ve received so much valuable guidance from the DMP team, whether it be an editing technique or advice for entering the film industry, and I’m just absorbing everything I can from this experience!"

Lauryn Price

Marketing Intern, 2025

"Throughout my time as an intern, I have had the opportunity to grow personally and professionally through the various programs made available to us while also gaining valuable work experience in my field of study."

Zahin Ritee

Research Intern, 2025

"I have done a literature review, designed the experiment, created the setup, run multiple tests, and done the data analysis for the project. I love it at FSRI! My work here perfectly aligns with my background."

Kaylin Ryan

Graphic Design Intern, 2025

"Since the beginning of my internship, I have been working with the Outreach and Engagement team to rebrand our public educational resources. Through this project, I have learned rebranding and teamwork through firsthand experience."

    Ready to apply?

    Browse our current internship opportunities and apply online. 

    Careers At FSRI

    Looking for an internship that’s a little unconventional? Reach out about   submitting a proposal. FSRI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, m  making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Published: November 18, 2021