Maintenance Intern

Job Title: Maintenance Intern

Company: Red Tail Residential

Location: ReNew Madison WI – On-site

Internship Dates: June 15, 2026 – October 31, 2026

Hours: 40 Hours Scheduled Weekly

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Supervisor: Community Manager

Since 1999, we’ve been shaping community environments and refining living spaces with one thing in mind—our resident’s satisfaction. That’s why our brands, ReNew Apartment Communities and Arrive Luxury Communities, address every stage of life. We also have resident programs that highlight a level of commitment and care you just don’t find every day. Through RENTsparency, Smart Apartment, Green Team and Together, we make sure transparency, customer service, technology, and more are always front and center.

Our greatest asset at Red Tail Residential LLC is our team of key management professionals. We recruit the most experienced and talented associates within each local market. By providing state‑of‑the‑art systems, training, and advancement opportunities, we empower each team member to develop stronger management and customer service skills to exceed the expectations of our residents and investors. From our apartment communities—luxury living to everything in between—we deliver a comfortable living environment that you’re proud to call home.

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.

Interns will be mentored by experienced maintenance and property management leaders and may have opportunities to participate in real‑world projects that support community operations and resident satisfaction. This internship is ideal for students or individuals interested in facilities management, property maintenance, construction management, skilled trades, or real estate operations.

Under the direct supervision of the assigned Mentor, the Maintenance Intern will support the day‑to‑day maintenance operations of a multifamily community while learning industry best practices and technical skills.

The internship provides hands‑on exposure to apartment maintenance, property operations, resident service, safety procedures, and preventive maintenance programs. Interns will work side‑by‑side with maintenance professionals to help create a safe, attractive, and welcoming living environment for residents while developing practical skills that can support future careers in maintenance, facilities management, construction, or property management.

We are seeking individuals with a strong work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a positive attitude who are eager to learn and contribute to a growing organization committed to exceptional customer service and community improvement.

• 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.
• Help 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.
• Help prepare tools, equipment, and materials for maintenance projects.
• Learn and follow company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with resident service requests while providing excellent customer service.
• Support 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.

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