About the role#
IMEG is seeking a Sustainability & Energy Engineering Intern for a 10 to 12 week program during Summer 2027. You will work alongside experienced engineers and consultants to perform engineering analysis and implement energy efficiency measures. This is a paid, full-time, hybrid position that offers hands-on project experience within a 100% employee-owned firm.
What you'll do#
- Assist with sustainable design practices and building performance analyses across the company.
- Support green building certification efforts, including energy modeling, documentation, and coordination.
- Coordinate design information from architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, and supplier sources to inform energy models.
- Help identify building and campus decarbonization strategies, such as solar photovoltaic assessments.
- Assist senior staff in making sustainable design recommendations and decisions.
- Research code requirements for energy-efficient design, including LEED, IECC, and ASHRAE 90.1.
- Prepare and issue project reports.
What you'll need#
- Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Architecture, or an equivalent 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 with MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written formats.
- Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry is preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: St. Louis, MO; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 to 12 weeks).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- 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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