Structural Engineering Intern | Los Angeles, CA

IMEG•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Los Angeles, California, for its Summer 2027 internship program. This paid, mentored internship lasts 10–12 weeks and provides hands-on project work alongside experienced engineers and consultants. The intern will assist with analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems in buildings and other structures, supporting project design, documentation, coordination, and site observations for commercial and institutional work. The work also contributes to sustainable design goals, including SE2050. The Los Angeles structural team works primarily on Southern California education and healthcare projects, including school modernization and hospital upgrades. Its active projects include LAUSD and K–12 work, hospital renovations and seismic/NPC projects, civic facilities, and selected mixed-use or housing assignments. The position is full-time and in-office. Sponsorship is not available. IMEG is a 100% employee-owned firm. The internship includes an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns, and may provide a path to full-time employment. Interns may gain exposure across disciplines and offices at a firm with more than 100 offices.

Requirements

Have completed at least two years toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.
Have a strong interest in design consulting.
Be proficient with the MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Be skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
Be able to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, with individuals or groups.

Nice To Haves

Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry.

Responsibilities

Assist with project design for structural systems in accordance with applicable codes and IMEG standards.
Research and locate project resources.
Support client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent-record documentation.
Coordinate design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, supplier, and other disciplines.
Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions, and monitor project design progress.
Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before final review.
Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
Conduct periodic job-site observations and provide other services required by the contract services agreement.