Facilities Management Intern
Facilities Management Intern
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Job Description
Facilities Management Intern
Department of Public Works City of Falls Church
;Internship For Credit or Professional Experience
$22 per hour
(Onsite)
Closing Date: June 19 2025
About the City of Falls Church:
Located less than seven miles from Washington D.C. with two metro stations and ample public transportation the City of Falls Church Virginia is a unique and historic community. Affectionately known as The Little City Falls Church boasts a rich history a vibrant community spirit and a commitment to good governance safety and sustainability. With a population of approximately 16000 the city is recognized for its walkability quality customer service nationally ranked school system environmental activism and community activities.
Job Overview:
The Facilities Management Intern will assist the Department of Public Works in supporting the maintenance and operations of city-owned facilities. This role offers hands-on experience in facilities management including exposure to building systems maintenance planning and sustainability initiatives. Work is performed under the supervision of the Facilities Manager.
This internship complies with Department of Labor guidelines ensuring that the primary benefit is to the intern who will receive mentorship skill development and practical exposure to public sector facilities management.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision and mentorship of the Facilities Manager and team members the intern will:
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Assist in conducting facility inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety standards.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Support the planning and scheduling of routine maintenance and repair activities.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Participate in sustainability initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Help maintain accurate records of facility operations maintenance activities and equipment inventories.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Collaborate with various departments to coordinate facility-related projects and events.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Attend relevant meetings (virtual or in-person) for exposure to strategic planning and interdepartmental collaboration.
Minimum Education and Training
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Currently pursuing or recently completed an associates bachelors or masters degree in facilities management engineering architecture public administration or a related field.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Completion of at least 12 credit hours of coursework in a relevant academic field.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Interest in a career in facilities management public sector operations or local government is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Strong organizational and communication skills.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with facility management software is a plus.
; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Commitment to learning and applying best practices in facilities management.
To apply please complete the online application at ; ;and upload your cover letter and resume. ; Applications are being received through June 19 2025. ; Applications received after that date will not be considered.
Our commitment to an inclusive workplace: ;The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity innovation and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age marital status veteran status disability status pregnancy parental status genetic information political affiliation or any other status protected by the federal state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. ; To request a reasonable accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at ; ;or . ; ;Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
All City facilities are smoke free.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
