About the role#
Boston Medical Center is seeking a Facilities Intern to join the Facilities Operations Department. This role supports the maintenance and management of over 20 buildings across the medical campus. You will work on operations and construction projects while gaining hands-on experience with hospital infrastructure and building systems.
What you'll do#
- Assist with ongoing operations and construction projects.
- Update CAD-based floor plans and maintain the central database of blueprints, specifications, and manuals.
- Help develop and expand the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for campus facilities.
- Monitor building automation systems (BAS/DDC) and assist management with routine audits.
- Support the Preventative Maintenance Program and ensure equipment inventory is accurate.
- Track utility consumption and assist with bill allocation.
- Maintain documentation for regulatory agencies, including the Joint Commission, and ensure compliance with NFPA Life Safety Codes.
- Assist management in preparing budgets for technology solutions, maintenance equipment, and shop tools.
- Collaborate with peers and supervisors to establish and track internship goals.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a BS in Facilities or Mechanical Engineering.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and work from complex technical documents, blueprints, and contracts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to foresee problems and implement solutions.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, standing, climbing, and walking.
- Experience using manual tools and power equipment safely.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.
- Experience in a medical or hospital setting and knowledge of BL-2 or BL-3 lab environments is preferred.
- Proof of enrollment and a letter of recommendation are required for the selected candidate.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: $17 per hour.
About Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center is an academic medical center based in Boston. It operates as a 511-bed facility and serves as the largest essential hospital in New England. The organization provides care across more than 70 specialties and subspecialties. It functions as a nonprofit entity and maintains a staff of over 10,000 employees.
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