Electrical Engineering Intern | Chicago, IL

About the Role

This Summer 2027 Internship opportunity at IMEG offers a 10-12 week program where you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for the vertical building industry. You'll work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on real project work, supporting projects within project budgets and fostering cross-functional collaboration to meet project goals and client expectations. The role includes contributing to documentation, coordination, final-check preparation, addenda, and periodic job site observations across education, government, and healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment.
• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and support other services required by the contract services agreement.

Requirements

• Completed at least 2 years toward a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry.

Pay

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid internship with real, hands-on project work.
• Structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns.
• Clear path to full-time employment: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG.
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology.
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm.
• MEG, an in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations.
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment.

Schedule

Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program.

Location: Chicago, IL. Sponsorship: Not available.