Onsite Internship: Facilities, Maintenance & Office Services (Fall & Spring)

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP); Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Yoga and strength training classes

Mindfulness sessions

Bocce league

Softball team

Cribbage club

Job summary

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) is offering a paid internship for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 in Brookfield, WI. This role provides hands-on experience in facilities and office services, with tasks related to office support, maintenance of the campus, and grounds keeping.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in facilities management or a related field, possess solid communication skills, and be detail-oriented. The internship offers a variety of organizational perks and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree or certificate program in facility management or maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of facility maintenance principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with office moves and furniture assembly.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Maintain grounds including landscaping and snow removal.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Solid communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Strong willingness to learn

Education

Enrollment in facilities management or related program

Job description

FALL 2026 & SPRING 2027 – $16.00 PER HOUR PAID INTERNSHIP

Are you currently enrolled (or planning to enroll) in a facilities management, grounds management, industrial maintenance, or maintenance technician program? Come to the Foundation to get hands‑on learning experiences while you complete your coursework, in an environment that will be flexible around your class schedule!

Brief Overview

Our Facilities and Office Services Internship (Fall 2026 – Spring 2026) is a hands‑on learning role that will play an important service and support role in the safe, timely and efficient maintenance of our entire campus – both inside and out. In this internship the tasks fall into three categories: Office Services (OS), Facilities Maintenance (FM), and Grounds Maintenance (GM).

Office Services (OS)

• Assist with office moves, furniture rearrangements, and furniture assembly.
• Assist with setting up meeting rooms, conference rooms, and event spaces.
• Help maintain and replenish an adequate inventory of cleaning supplies, paper goods, and kitchen/bathroom supplies for the business. Restock items as needed.
• Collaborate with, and supplement the work of, the third‑party housekeeping team to ensure a clean and organized working environment. Conduct spot‑cleaning of common areas: kitchens, restrooms, conference rooms and lobby.

Facilities Maintenance (FM)

• Assist in performing routine preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on our mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, water, and electrical systems. In position, the intern will be trained to conduct basic troubleshooting of the same systems.
• At the outset, all hands‑on troubleshooting and repairs will be directly supervised until the intern is trained proficiently. Once fully trained, the intern will independently:
• Complete basic repairs such as changing out lightbulbs, swapping door handles, and addressing plumbing clogs.
• Complete basic cosmetic maintenance tasks such as applying touch‑up paint, replacing carpet squares, and replacing caulk.
• Assist in maintaining the exterior of the building, including periodic inspections of roof, windows, tuckpointing, concrete, etc. When issues are identified, assist in coordinating appropriate contractors/vendors for repairs.
• Participate in the inspection and maintenance of fire safety and security systems.

Grounds Maintenance (GM)

• Assist in maintaining the grounds of our 15‑acre campus, including landscaping/lawn care, tree management, mulched trail maintenance, and regular weed management and treatments.
• Assist in maintaining safe access to our building, including parking lots, sidewalks and patios. This includes primarily leaf blowing (year‑round), and snow removal and salt application (in winter).

The above Position Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Internship Schedule

• This is set for a Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 internship; however, we can start someone in Summer 2026 if they have availability and interest.
• The target schedule is 15‑20 hours per week between 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday‑through‑Friday. We have a strong preference that there is some availability to work at least Mondays and Fridays.
• It is preferred that the person have a set schedule for the duration of the internship (or by semester) however we can accommodate a flexible schedule for the right candidate.

Work Environment

This position is expected to work 100% onsite at our corporate headquarters office in Brookfield, WI in a normal office and warehouse environment, including a loading/shipping dock and digital printing shop. There will be no business travel in this role; but there may be vehicle trips during working hours to local stores to pick up parts, tools, or supplies.

Requirements

Required Education/Experience

• Currently (or soon to be) enrolled in a relevant degree or certificate program or pursuing a career in facility management, maintenance, or a related field.
• Will consider recent graduates who completed a program within the last 12 months.
• Basic knowledge of facility maintenance principles is a plus.

The International Foundation will always consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills

• Must understand that this role is a “customer service first” position inside a corporate business. Your coworkers are your customers!
• Solid communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong willingness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Detail‑oriented and capable of following instructions.
• Excellent attendance history in prior roles.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, sometimes lasting up to several hours, repetitive bending and heavy lifting of up to 70 pounds. Heavier weights will be routinely handled with team assist or with use of equipment (e.g., pallet jack, skids, carts). The incumbent must have the physical ability to safely climb and use ladders of various heights.

Perks

The Foundation offers unique organizational perks including on‑site fitness center with yoga and strength training classes, mindfulness sessions, a bocce league, softball team, and even a cribbage club to name a few!

Salary: $16.00 per hour.