Electrical Engineering Intern | Chicago, IL

Electrical Engineering Intern | Chicago, IL 100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Electrical Engineering Intern in Chicago, IL. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for the vertical building industry while working closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on real project work. This internship supports work within project budgets and cross-functional collaboration to help meet project goals and client expectations. You'll also contribute to documentation, coordination, final-check preparation, addenda, and periodic job site observations while supporting projects across education, government, and healthcare settings. At a Glance Location: Chicago, IL Discipline: Electrical Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP) Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program Program Length: 10-12 weeks Sponsorship: Not available What You'll Do • 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 What You'll Bring Required Education • Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required Experience • None required 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 (Building Information Model) 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 Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour. Why IMEG We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. • 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 Bring Your Career to IMEG Apply today to build hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful building projects, and grow your career at IMEG. 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