Structural Engineering Intern | Farmington Hills, MI

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Farmington Hills, MI. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems for a variety of building types while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants.

You'll collaborate across disciplines, support project documentation and quality reviews, and contribute to work delivered within project budgets and client expectations. You'll join a structural team serving commercial and institutional markets, with experience across education, housing, automotive and industrial, and municipal projects, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.

At a Glance

Location: Farmington Hills, MI; Jacksonville, FL; Cincinnati, OH

Discipline: Structural

Markets: Commercial; Institutional

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

Assist with structural design portions of projects according to code and IMEG standards

Assist with researching and finding resources related to projects

Support good client relations, the project design notebook, and documentation for permanent record files

Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and supplier teams

Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress

Assist with review of all project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check

Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information

Conduct periodic job site observations and all other services as required by the contract services agreement

What You'll Bring

Required Education

Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required

Experience

None listed.

Required Skills/Abilities

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 (BIM) software

Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Preferred

Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds

Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull

Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

About the Team

Broad structural portfolio across Michigan and nearby markets, with particular strength in education, housing, automotive and industrial, and municipal work.

K-12 and higher education additions and renovations.

Multifamily, mixed-use, and residential work.

Automotive, industrial, and manufacturing support.

Municipal, fire, police, and public building experience.

Recent work includes Plymouth-Canton Community Schools campus additions and renovations, Education, and Ford Motor Company / Dearborn, MI / infrastructure and industrial support work, Industrial.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member shares in that mission as an owner.

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

Pay Range: $22.00 - 24.00 per hour

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to gain hands-on structural experience, learn from experienced employee-owners, and contribute to projects that support communities and clients across the region

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is 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.

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