Building Science + Infrastructure Consulting Internship (Level 1)

ECS Group of Companies; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Wisconsin is seeking an engineering-focused student intern to support field observations and multiple facilities-related services at active sites. The role provides hands-on exposure to building science and infrastructure projects while working under experienced project managers.

You will assist with roofing, waterproofing, EIFS, anchor testing, coring, scanning, sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations, while communicating with site contractors and

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in engineering or related field.
• Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures.
• Carrying 40–70 lbs multiple times a day or up to 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must have suitable transportation to job sites; mileage reimbursed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Building forensics

Mechanical systems

Structures

Education

Pursuing degree in Engineering/Architecture/Building Science

Job description

Job 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 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

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.