Electrical Engineering Intern | Urbandale IA

IMEG • Urbandale, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Engineering Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program. Over 10–12 weeks, the intern will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings. The position supports real building-system design and coordination projects, including healthcare and MEP work, and provides exposure to industrial support systems, facility upgrades, and infrastructure-driven projects.

The intern will contribute to project budgets, cross-functional coordination, design documentation, and project progress from design through periodic job site observations. The role is full-time and in-office. Sponsorship is not available.

The team’s industrial support work includes bulk material handling, substations, automation and controls, structural support, and plant infrastructure. The team also supports recurring civil and municipal water and wastewater-related scope.

Requirements

• Have 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 MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, to 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 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, equipment suppliers, and others.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly while monitoring project design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and provide other services required by the contract services agreement.

Benefits

• Paid internship with hands-on project work.
• Assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns as part of a structured program.
• Potential pathway to full-time employment; many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG.
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office employee-owned firm.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) may be included as other rewards.
• Generous PTO.
• Flexible schedule.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Health insurance enrollment eligibility on the first day of employment.
• Dental insurance enrollment eligibility on the first day of employment.
• Vision insurance enrollment eligibility on the first day of employment.
• Life insurance enrollment eligibility on the first day of employment.
• Professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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