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UL Standards & Engagement · 1 month ago

Summer 2026 Intern - Fire Safety Research Institute

Columbia, MD

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

UL Research Institutes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing safety science research. The Summer 2026 Intern will assist in various research projects related to fire safety, contributing to literature reviews, data analysis, and real scale fire experiments.

CommunitiesInformation ServicesPublic Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in conducting research projects related to Fire safety mission and goals. This may involve literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, and synthesizing information from various sources

Assist in conducting real scale fire experiments to improve fire safety for firefighters and the public

Assist in construction and upkeep of laser-based measurement systems

Assist in programming data collection from bench-scale and/or large-scale fire experiments using laser-based measurement system

Help analyze data to draw meaningful insights and trends

Support in creating reports, presentations, and visualizations summarizing research findings. Prepare materials for internal and external presentations

Work closely with the research team and other departments to gather information, share insights, and contribute to a collaborative and innovative research environment

Stay current with relevant literature, trends, and developments in the field to contribute valuable insights to ongoing projects

Qualification

Data analysis softwareResearch skillsFire safety knowledgeCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in a related field (e.g., electrical, fire protection, mechanical engineering or computer science)

Strong interest in the non-profit sector and research related to safety, social or environmental issues

Excellent communication and writing skills

Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Python, LabView) and research tools

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

An eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges

Company

UL Standards & Engagement

UL Standards & Engagement translates scientific discoveries into standards and policies for public safety.

Founded in 1894

Northbrook, Illinois, USA

51-200 employees

https://ulse.org

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