Facilities & Building Systems Intern – Opera House

Stagetime Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lyric Opera of Chicago is seeking a part-time Facilities Intern to work with the Engineering and Facilities teams on the maintenance and operation of the historic Opera House. This role suits students pursuing stationary engineering or related fields and offers hands-on experience in building systems.

You will assist with basic repairs, cleaning, organization, and painting of mechanical rooms, while gaining exposure to vendor negotiations and daily facility operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Eager to learn and highly motivated.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Engineering and Facilities teams to learn about the Building Automation System and chiller control panel in Lyric's historic Opera House.
• Assist in special projects, including basic repairs, cleaning, organizing, and painting of mechanical rooms.
• Support prep work for members of the facilities department.
• Gain exposure to vendor negotiations and the day-to-day facility operations.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Engineering

Construction Management

Related field

Job description

Lyric Opera of Chicago is seeking a part-time Facilities Intern to work with the Engineering and Facilities teams on the maintenance and operation of the historic Opera House. This role suits students pursuing stationary engineering or related fields and offers hands-on experience in building systems.

You will assist with basic repairs, cleaning, organization, and painting of mechanical rooms, while gaining exposure to vendor negotiations and daily facility operations.