Facilities Co-Op: Building Science & Forensics Internship

ECS Group; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC in Hanover, MD seeks an intern pursuing an engineering, architecture, or building science degree to support field observations and facilities-related services at active project sites.

You will coordinate with site staff, assist with proposals, attend meetings, and help resolve technical and administrative issues. The role includes lifting requirements and transportation arrangements, with pay between $18 and $20 per hour, depending on location and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related degree.
• Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures.
• Previous internship experience would go a long way.
• 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

• Conducting field observations associated with existing facilities.
• Performing facilities related services including roofing and waterproofing, fireproofing and fire stopping, EIFS, anchor testing, coring, scanning, material sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations.
• Interacting and communicating effectively with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers.
• Attending project meetings and assisting in project resolutions.
• Assisting with preparation of proposals.
• Assisting with the resolution of both technical and administrative project issues.
• Assisting with scheduling, training, and oversight of field staff.

Skills

Field observations

Communication with site teams

Lifting requirement

Education

Pursuing engineering/architecture/building science degree

Job description

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC in Hanover, MD seeks an intern pursuing an engineering, architecture, or building science degree to support field observations and facilities-related services at active project sites.

You will coordinate with site staff, assist with proposals, attend meetings, and help resolve technical and administrative issues. The role includes lifting requirements and transportation arrangements, with pay between $18 and $20 per hour, depending on location and qualifications.