Facilities Engineering Intern - Building Forensics

ECS Group of Companies; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a student intern to assist with field observations and facilities-related services under supervision. You will learn hands-on building science practices while supporting roofing, waterproofing, EIFS, and testing tasks.

This role involves collaborating with site contractors and project managers, pursuing an engineering or building sciences degree, and meeting lifting and transportation requirements on active job sites in the Virginia area.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field.
• Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures.
• Ability to carry 40–70 lbs multiple times a day and occasional lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must provide suitable transportation for job sites; mileage reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations at existing facilities.
• Perform facilities-related services including roofing, waterproofing, fireproofing, EIFS, anchor testing, coring, scanning, sampling, and investigations.
• Interact with site contractors, technicians, and project managers.

Skills

Field observations

Communication

Education

Engineering / Architecture / Building Science degree

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a student intern to assist with field observations and facilities-related services under supervision. You will learn hands-on building science practices while supporting roofing, waterproofing, EIFS, and testing tasks.

This role involves collaborating with site contractors and project managers, pursuing an engineering or building sciences degree, and meeting lifting and transportation requirements on active job sites in the Virginia area.