IT Intern

Company Overview

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada.  In conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and hardware solutions, FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.

Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ Team Members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development.  By combining scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset, we deliver high-quality products and services to contractors, builders, and project teams across diverse markets.  As the organization continues to grow and evolve following the recent acquisition by Lowe’s, we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.

Position Overview

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), we are seeking a motivated and quick-learning IT Intern to join our IT Department. This internship is designed to give a Computer Science student the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of IT, including software development, process automation and data workflows. The ideal candidate should be open to team collaboration, and be a highly motivated self-starter who can work both as part of a team and independently.

Key Responsibilities

1. Software Development & Automation      

• Assist with the development and testing of internal tools using Python, Java, or JavaScript
• Participate in the design and implementation of RPA workflows to automate repetitive business tasks
• Learn and apply automation platforms such as Power Automate and UiPath

2. Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Support QA testing across various IT initiatives
• Assist with documentation and version control practices
• Use tools like Git to manage and track code changes

3. Data, APIs & Integration   

• Work with APIs and data sources to support reporting, integrations, and dashboards

4. Agile Collaboration & Teamwork  

• Attend daily stand-ups and sprint planning meetings following Agile/Scrum practices
• Contribute to process improvement discussions and team brainstorming sessions
• Collaborate with team members using tools such as Jira

5. Learning & Professional Development   

• Learn new technologies, tools, and frameworks as required for project work

6. Miscellaneous 

• Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Ability to think analytically and should be a problem solver
• Ability to operate calmly in a high-pressure environment
• Familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
• Proficient in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or C++
• Comfortable working with both front-end and back-end logic
• Interest in automation, system design, or enterprise software development
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and ask questions
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines

Reports To

Vice President - PMO

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base:$20 per hour

Benefits

At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
• A career path designed with you in mind

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at 

Talent@myfbm.com

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.