Structural Engineering Intern | Naperville, IL

What You'll Do

• Assist with structural system design tasks for projects in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Research project-related resources and supporting information.
• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Cover design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and supplier teams.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and support other services required by the contract services agreement.
• Work within the project's monetary budget while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Required What You'll Bring

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) software.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.

About The Team

The Naperville structural team focuses on industrial, commercial, civic, healthcare, and education work, with especially heavy activity in Chicagoland and broader Midwest markets. Recent work includes Village of Schaumburg Public Safety Facility, Government (City/County/State), and Cardinal Health Glendale Heights Cyclotron Addition, Commercial.

Why IMEG

• A paid internship with real, hands-on project work, not busywork.
• A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns.
• A clear path to full-time: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG.
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology.
• Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader.
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm.
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations.

Program Length

10-12 week summer program.

Sponsorship

Not available.

About IMEG

IMEG is an employee-owned corporation committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law.