Building Facilities Consulting Internship (Level 1)

ECS Group of Companies; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a motivated individual to conduct field observations and perform facilities-related services, including roofing and waterproofing. Candidates should be actively pursuing a degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related fields. The role requires physical ability to lift weights and provide transportation for job sites. This position offers the opportunity to join a company recognized for its commitment to quality and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing relevant degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Building Science.
• Ability to lift 40–70 lbs and occasionally 85 lbs.
• Position requires carrying 40–70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – mileage will be reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations for existing facilities.
• Perform facilities-related services including roofing and waterproofing.
• Interact with site contractors and project managers.

Skills

Field observations

Communication with contractors

Interest in building forensics

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

Associate, Bachelor, or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Building Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conducting field observations associated with existing facilities
• Performing facilities related services including roofing and waterproofing, fireproofing and firestopping, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), anchor testing, coring, scanning, material sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations
• Interacting and communicating effectively with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related degree
• Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures
• Position requires carrying 40–70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height
• Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – mileage will be reimbursed

Company Overview

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.