Structural Engineering Intern | Ontario, CA

IMEG Consultants•Ontario, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program in Ontario, California. 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 for buildings and other structures, supporting project design, documentation, coordination, and site observations for commercial and institutional projects. The work also contributes to sustainable design goals, including SE2050. The position is full-time and in-office. Sponsorship is not available. The Los Angeles structural team works primarily on education and healthcare projects in Southern California, including school modernization and hospital upgrades. Its active project backlog includes LAUSD and other K–12 work, hospital renovations and seismic/NPC projects, civic facilities, and selected mixed-use or housing assignments.

Requirements

Completed at least two years toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.
Strong interest in design consulting.
Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Skill with AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
Ability to communicate clearly, both 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 while monitoring 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.

Benefits

Paid internship with hands-on project work.
Assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns.
Potential path to full-time employment at IMEG.
Exposure across disciplines and offices at an employee-owned firm.
Annual bonuses and stock ownership options may be available.
Health insurance coverage, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; enrollment in health, dental, vision, and life insurance is available on the first day of employment.
Employee wellness program.
Disability insurance.
Retirement savings plan.
Paid holidays.
Paid time off (PTO).
Professional development programs and career advancement opportunities.
Flexible schedule.
Tuition reimbursement assistance.