Structural Engineering Intern | San Francisco, CA
About The Position
IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in San Francisco, California, for a 10–12 week Summer 2027 program. The intern will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on the analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems in buildings and other structures. The role supports commercial and institutional projects through design, documentation, coordination, and periodic job-site observations, while working within project budgets and contributing to sustainable design goals, including SE2050. The San Francisco structural team works on Bay Area corporate and workplace, housing, mixed-use, and education projects, with additional hospitality and industrial work. The portfolio includes tenant improvements, multifamily development, school projects, hotel renovations, and advanced industrial or EV-related structural work. The position is full-time in the office. Sponsorship is not available. The internship is paid and provides hands-on project work, an assigned mentor, and a cohort of fellow interns. Interns may gain exposure across disciplines and offices, and the company notes that many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles. IMEG is a 100% employee-owned firm and offers professional development and career advancement opportunities.
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, to individuals or groups.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist with project design for discipline systems in accordance with applicable codes and IMEG standards.
- Assist with project research and identification of resources.
- Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent-record documentation.
- Assist with design and schedule coordination among architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, supplier, and other disciplines.
- Document design decisions, client meetings, and instructions, and monitor project design progress.
- Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check requests.
- 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 cohort of fellow interns.
- Exposure across disciplines and offices.
- Potential path to full-time employment; the company says many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles.
- Professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.
- Health insurance coverage, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employee wellness program.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off (PTO), described as generous.
- Flexible schedule.
- Assistance with tuition reimbursement.
- Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
