Onsite Internship: Facilities, Maintenance & Office Services (Fall & Spring)

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans•Brookfield, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on learning role that will play an important service and support role in the safe, timely and efficient maintenance of our entire campus – both inside and out. In this internship, your tasks will fall inside these 3 categories: Office Services (OS), Facilities Maintenance (FM), and Grounds Maintenance (GM). The internship is set for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with potential to start in Summer 2026. The target schedule is 15-20 hours per week between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday-through-Friday, with a preference for availability on Mondays and Fridays. A set schedule is preferred, but flexibility can be accommodated.

Requirements

Currently (or soon to be) enrolled in a relevant degree or certificate program or pursuing a career in facility management, maintenance, or related field.
Will consider recent grads who completed a program within the last 12 months.
Must understand that this role is a “customer service first” position inside a corporate business. Your coworkers are your customers!
Solid communication skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team.
Strong willingness to learn and a proactive attitude.
Detail-oriented and capable of following instructions.
Excellent attendance history in prior roles.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of facility maintenance principles is a plus.
The International Foundation will always consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with office moves, furniture rearrangements, and furniture assembly.
Assist with setting up meeting rooms, conference rooms, and event spaces.
Help maintain and replenish an adequate inventory of cleaning supplies, paper goods, and kitchen/bathroom supplies for the business. Restock items as needed.
Collaborate with, and supplement the work of, the third-party housekeeping team to ensure a clean and organized working environment. Conduct “as needed” spot-cleaning of common areas: kitchens, restrooms, conference rooms and lobby.
Assist in performing routine Preventative Maintenance (“PM”) tasks on our mechanicals and systems, including HVAC, plumbing, water, and electrical systems.
Conduct basic troubleshooting of mechanical and systems.
Complete basic repairs, such as: changing out lightbulbs, swapping door handles, addressing plumbing clogs.
Complete basic cosmetic maintenance tasks, such as: applying touch-up paint, replacing carpet squares, replacing caulk, etc.
Assist in maintaining the exterior of the building, including periodic inspections of roof, windows, tuckpointing, concrete, etc.
Assist in coordinating appropriate contractors/vendors for repairs.
Participate in the inspection and maintenance of fire safety and security systems.
Assist in maintaining the grounds of our beautiful 15-acre campus, including: landscaping/lawn care, tree management, mulched trail maintenance, and regular weed management and treatments.
Assist in maintaining safe access to our building, including: parking lots, sidewalks and patios. This includes primarily leaf blowing (year-round), and snow removal and salt application (in winter).