About the role#
IMEG is hiring an Innovation Services Intern for a 10-12 week program in Naperville, Illinois. This role supports the innovation team by providing technical assistance, documenting workflows, and learning new technologies for strategic projects. You will shadow senior specialists and contribute to research, data collection, reporting, and process documentation.
What you'll do#
- Assist with sustainable design practices and building performance analyses.
- Perform energy modeling, documentation, and lead certification efforts for project teams.
- Coordinate design information from various disciplines to inform energy models.
- Identify strategies to decarbonize buildings and campuses.
- Perform solar photovoltaic assessments and calculations.
- Make sustainable design recommendations with guidance from senior staff.
- Research code requirements for energy-efficient design.
- Prepare and issue project reports.
What you'll need#
- Completed at least 2 years toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
- Strong interest in sustainability and innovation.
- Working knowledge of building interior and exterior systems.
- Familiarity with green building certifications like LEED, WELL, or Living Building.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Clear oral and written communication skills.
- Prior internship experience in building design consulting is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Naperville, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About IMEG
IMEG is a national engineering and design consulting firm founded in 1955. Based in Rock Island, Illinois, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It specializes in mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering, alongside infrastructure and program management services. The firm focuses on building systems and community-based projects.
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