Summer Internship - Building Operations & Engineering Maintenance

Description

BUILDING OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE & ENGINEERING INTERN — Summer 2026

Location: Memorial City (Houston, TX) — Full-Time, On-Site Only
Program Dates: June 1 – July 24, 2026 (8-week commitment required)

Compensation: Paid Internship
Department: Engineering / Asset Services
Status: Competitive, Hands-On Internship with Rotational Exposure

About the Internship

MetroNational’s Operations Maintenance & Building Engineering Internship offers a structured, hands-on paid opportunity for students interested in mechanical systems, facilities operations, and building performance within a large mixed-use real estate portfolio.

Following MetroNational’s internship program structure, interns will spend approximately 75% of their time working within Engineering & Operations teams and 25% participating in company-wide programming, including site visits, job shadowing, and professional development. 

This unique internship includes rotations across multiple engineering portfolios, giving interns exposure to different building types, systems, and operational priorities. Interns must be prepared for hands-on maintenance and mechanical work and demonstrate confidence using basic tools in real operational environments.

Interns will work alongside seasoned Building Engineers who maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems—core responsibilities aligned with MetroNational Building Engineering roles.

All work is guided by MetroNational’s values of Trust, Integrity, Impact & Legacy. 

What You’ll Do

• Participate in a rotation across multiple buildings and engineering portfolios to gain exposure to HVAC, cooling towers, pumps, motors, and other mechanical systems.
• Support Building Engineers in performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and basic troubleshooting. 
• Assist with hands-on maintenance tasks such as filter changes, light fixture replacements, lubrication of motors, belt checks, and general repairs.
• Shadow engineers during building system checks, meter readings, and adjustment of control systems, thermostats, valves, and gauges.
• Learn operational and safety procedures related to mechanical rooms, equipment rooms, and building systems.
• Participate in work order processes, documenting completed work and helping track equipment performance.
• Support special projects, operational improvements, or engineering initiatives based on team needs.
• Document your work clearly and deliver a final presentation summarizing your contributions at the end of the internship.

Technologies & Tools You May Be Exposed To

• Building automation systems (BAS) and control panels
• HVAC components: heaters, chillers, pumps, VFDs, and air-handling equipment
• Work order and maintenance management software
• Electrical and mechanical hand tools
• Safety equipment and standard operational procedures

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Education & Training Pathways

Candidates may qualify through any one of the following:

• Enrollment in an accredited college or university majoring in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Facilities Management, Construction Science, or similar programs
• Enrollment in or recent completion of an accredited trade/technical program (HVAC, Building Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, Facilities Technology)
• Completion of a recognized certificate program related to maintenance, building systems, or facility operations

All applicants must submit a transcript or program record, showing:

• Minimum 3.2 GPA for college students
• Equivalent performance evaluation for trade/certificate programs

Additional Requirements

• Must commit to full-time, on-site participation for all 8 weeks (June 1 – July 31, 2026).
• Remote internships are not available.
• Must be willing and able to perform hands-on mechanical and maintenance tasks.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely use basic hand tools and follow direction in a technical environment.
• Strong interest in building engineering, maintenance operations, or facility systems.
• Alignment with MetroNational’s values: Trust, Integrity, Impact, and Legacy.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with real building systems and maintenance operations.
• Exposure to multiple engineering teams across Memorial City’s commercial, mixed-use, and specialty properties.
• Opportunities to develop technical, mechanical, and operational problem-solving skills.
• Professional development and mentorship from experienced engineers and operations leaders.
• A final presentation summarizing your accomplishments and practical learning.

How to Apply (All Items Required)

Please submit:

1. Resume
2. Transcript or Program Record (GPA 3.2+ or equivalent)
3. 1–2 examples demonstrating hands-on or technical aptitude
   • May include: class projects, photos of mechanical work, maintenance-related coursework, or tool-based experience
4. Cover Letter including:
   • Why you are interested in Operations & Building Engineering
   • Any prior hands-on or mechanical experience
   • What you hope  to gain from the rotation across Engineering portfolios

Application Review & Interview Process

• All application materials — including your resume, transcript, and any supporting examples — will be carefully reviewed by HR and Engineering leadership. Interview selections will be based on the overall strength of the submission and demonstrated technical interest.
• If selected for an interview you will be contacted with the date, time, format, and preparation details.
• Due to the competitive nature of this internship, not all applicants will receive an interview.
• MetroNational evaluates every application with fairness and consistency while upholding our values of Trust, Integrity, Impact, and Legacy.
• Applications CLOSE on March 8, 2026