Maintenance Intern

About the role

The Maintenance Internship Program is a paid, hands-on learning experience designed to provide exposure to multifamily property maintenance operations. Interns will work alongside experienced maintenance professionals and community leaders while gaining practical experience in building systems, preventive maintenance, apartment turns, resident service requests, and property operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance team members with routine repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support apartment make-ready and unit turn processes, including painting, cleaning, drywall repairs, and general maintenance.
• Assist with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, and carpentry tasks under supervision.
• Maintain community amenities, common areas, grounds, and building exteriors.
• Participate in property inspections and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance projects and capital improvement initiatives.
• Support inventory management, organization of maintenance shops, and supply tracking.
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials for maintenance projects.
• Learn and follow company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Aid in resident service requests while providing excellent customer service.
• Affirmatively assist with administrative tasks related to maintenance operations, including work order updates and documentation.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional maintenance and operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a trade school, technical program, community college, or accredited college/university preferred.
• Coursework in facilities management, construction management, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, engineering, real estate, or related fields is a plus.
• Previous maintenance, construction, landscaping, facilities, customer service, or related experience preferred but not required.
• Experience using hand tools and basic maintenance equipment is helpful.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred.
• Ability to learn property management and maintenance software systems.