Structural Engineering Intern | Ontario, CA
About The Position
IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Ontario, California, for its Summer 2027 internship program. This paid, mentored, full-time, in-office internship lasts 10–12 weeks. The intern will assist with analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems in buildings and other structures, supporting commercial and institutional projects through design, documentation, coordination, and site observations. The work contributes to sustainable design goals, including SE2050. The Los Angeles structural team focuses on Southern California education and healthcare work, including school modernization and hospital upgrades. Its active project backlog also includes civic facilities and selected mixed-use or housing assignments. The position offers hands-on project experience, mentoring, and exposure to work across disciplines and offices. Sponsorship is not available.
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 MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Skill with AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
- Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, to individuals or groups.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist with structural-system project design 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.
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Assigned mentor and cohort of fellow interns
- Potential path to full-time employment
- Health insurance coverage
- Employee wellness program
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Annual bonuses may be available
- Stock ownership options may be available
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition reimbursement assistance
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance enrollment from the first day of employment
- Professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
