Electrical Engineering Intern | Urbandale IA

IMEG Consultants • Urbandale, IA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Engineering Intern for its Summer 2027, 10–12-week internship program. The intern will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings. The role supports real project work involving building-system design and coordination, including healthcare and MEP projects, with exposure to industrial support systems, facility upgrades, and infrastructure-driven work. The position is described as full-time and in-office. The posting lists Urbandale, Iowa as the location, while its opening paragraph identifies Rock Island, Illinois.

The intern will assist with design, project coordination, budgets, documentation, and progress monitoring from design through periodic job-site observations. IMEG describes the internship as paid, hands-on, and structured, with an assigned mentor and an intern cohort. The company also notes opportunities for professional development and career advancement, and that many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles.

Requirements

• Completed at least two years toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Previous exposure to CAD and/or Building Information Model software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, with individuals or groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings.
• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems in accordance with applicable codes and IMEG standards.
• Assist with working within project budgets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.
• Research resources for commercially available equipment.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebook maintenance, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Coordinate design and schedules with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly, and monitor project design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job-site observations and provide other services required by the contract services agreement.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Paid holidays may be available.
• Paid time off (PTO), including generous PTO.
• Flexible schedule.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance enrollment eligibility from the first day of employment.
• Assigned mentor and participation in a cohort of fellow interns.
• Professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern