Fire Science Intern
Stand Insurance, San Francisco, CA, United States
Location
Onsite in Jackson Square, San Francisco. Compensation: $30/hr. Targeting 40/hrs a week. We do not cover relocation or lodging stipends.
Role Description
We’re seeking a
Fire Science Engineering Intern
to support Stand’s fire experimentation and simulation validation efforts. This role spans
experiment design, execution, data processing, and numerical simulation tie-out .
You will help design and run controlled fire experiments, manage instrumentation and data capture, and convert raw experimental outputs into validation-ready datasets that directly support physics-based fire modeling.
This is an immersive, project-based internship designed for students or early-career engineers interested in fire science, experimental methods, and computational modeling—not a survey or observer role.
Core Responsibilities
Design and support controlled fire experiments by defining test conditions, configurations, and instrumentation layouts
Operate experimental instrumentation, DAQ systems, and cameras during live fire tests to ensure complete and synchronized data capture
Troubleshoot sensor, DAQ, and timing issues under real test-day constraints
Process raw experimental outputs into clean, reproducible, validation-ready datasets using repeatable workflows
Support numerical simulations and perform experimental–simulation comparisons for fire model validationMaintain clear run logs, data documentation, and experimental runbooks to ensure repeatability and knowledge transfer
Must-Have Skills
Hands-on experience setting up and operating experimental instrumentation and DAQ systems
Familiarity with fire-related experiments and strong laboratory safety discipline
Experience operating sensors or diagnostics and aligning multi‑channel data in time
Proficiency in time‑series data processing, visualization, and basic data quality checks
Strong documentation habits, including run logs, data notes, and clear technical summaries
Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues during live experiments
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with CFD / fire modeling tools
Familiarity with experimental validation of numerical or physics-based models
Experience working in test‑day or field‑like experimental environments under time pressure
What You’ll Gain
Hands‑on experience designing and executing real fire experiments from setup through analysis
Exposure to fire modeling and experimental validation workflows used in production systems
Ownership over experimental data that directly supports physics-based wildfire risk models
Close mentorship from experienced fire science and modeling engineers
Insight into how fire science translates into real underwriting, mitigation, and product decisions
Benefits
Above‑market Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
Weekly lunch stipend
Flexible time off + holidays
401(k) plan
Commuter benefits
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
Monthly team gatherings
In‑office perks
Work Authorization
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Stand does not sponsor new work visas. We can consider candidates on TN visas, O‑1A visas, or H‑1B transfers with three years or more remaining.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Stand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We believe that diversity enriches the workplace, and we are committed to growing our team with the most talented and passionate people from every community.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require assistance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Onsite in Jackson Square, San Francisco. Compensation: $30/hr. Targeting 40/hrs a week. We do not cover relocation or lodging stipends.
Role Description
We’re seeking a
Fire Science Engineering Intern
to support Stand’s fire experimentation and simulation validation efforts. This role spans
experiment design, execution, data processing, and numerical simulation tie-out .
You will help design and run controlled fire experiments, manage instrumentation and data capture, and convert raw experimental outputs into validation-ready datasets that directly support physics-based fire modeling.
This is an immersive, project-based internship designed for students or early-career engineers interested in fire science, experimental methods, and computational modeling—not a survey or observer role.
Core Responsibilities
Design and support controlled fire experiments by defining test conditions, configurations, and instrumentation layouts
Operate experimental instrumentation, DAQ systems, and cameras during live fire tests to ensure complete and synchronized data capture
Troubleshoot sensor, DAQ, and timing issues under real test-day constraints
Process raw experimental outputs into clean, reproducible, validation-ready datasets using repeatable workflows
Support numerical simulations and perform experimental–simulation comparisons for fire model validationMaintain clear run logs, data documentation, and experimental runbooks to ensure repeatability and knowledge transfer
Must-Have Skills
Hands-on experience setting up and operating experimental instrumentation and DAQ systems
Familiarity with fire-related experiments and strong laboratory safety discipline
Experience operating sensors or diagnostics and aligning multi‑channel data in time
Proficiency in time‑series data processing, visualization, and basic data quality checks
Strong documentation habits, including run logs, data notes, and clear technical summaries
Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues during live experiments
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with CFD / fire modeling tools
Familiarity with experimental validation of numerical or physics-based models
Experience working in test‑day or field‑like experimental environments under time pressure
What You’ll Gain
Hands‑on experience designing and executing real fire experiments from setup through analysis
Exposure to fire modeling and experimental validation workflows used in production systems
Ownership over experimental data that directly supports physics-based wildfire risk models
Close mentorship from experienced fire science and modeling engineers
Insight into how fire science translates into real underwriting, mitigation, and product decisions
Benefits
Above‑market Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
Weekly lunch stipend
Flexible time off + holidays
401(k) plan
Commuter benefits
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
Monthly team gatherings
In‑office perks
Work Authorization
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Stand does not sponsor new work visas. We can consider candidates on TN visas, O‑1A visas, or H‑1B transfers with three years or more remaining.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Stand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We believe that diversity enriches the workplace, and we are committed to growing our team with the most talented and passionate people from every community.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require assistance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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