Facilities Management Intern
About The Position
The Facilities Management Intern will support the Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) team at the Kentucky Distribution Center (KDC), a pharmaceutical distribution facility that supports the storage and distribution of ambient, cold chain, and controlled-substance products. The intern will gain hands-on experience in facilities engineering, maintenance, capital projects, workplace services, and compliance-driven operations within a GxP-regulated environment. The role offers exposure to critical infrastructure systems, facility improvement projects, and day-to-day site operations that directly support patient supply.
Requirements
- Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering, Facilities Management, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Engineering, or related fields.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.
- If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Power BI or Tableau.
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software.
- Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in engineering, facilities management, maintenance, or construction.
- Interest in facility systems, sustainability, energy management, or pharmaceutical operations.
- Experience developing dashboards, reports, or data analytics solutions.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and maintenance of site master plans and facility improvement initiatives.
- Update and maintain building drawings, utility maps, and facility documentation using AutoCAD.
- Support facilities and engineering teams with capital project planning, execution, and project tracking.
- Participate in infrastructure assessments involving HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection, electrical, and building systems.
- Attend project meetings, document meeting minutes, track action items, and support follow-up activities.
- Assist with vendor coordination, contractor oversight, and workplace improvement projects.
- Support GxP documentation activities including change controls, preventive maintenance records, qualification support, and facility documentation.
- Contribute to sustainability and decarbonization initiatives and other continuous improvement projects.
- Prepare and deliver presentations summarizing project status, recommendations, and key findings.
Benefits
- Inclusive work environment
- Respect for diversity and dignity
- Recognition of merit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
