Architectural Lighting Design Intern - Chicago (Summer)

IMEG Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentor program

Path to full-time

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

IMEG Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking an Architectural Lighting Intern for a 10–12 week summer program. You will assist in analysis, design and documentation of architectural lighting systems, gaining hands-on experience alongside leading lighting designers in a 100% ESOP, in-office environment.

You will support design tasks, client presentations, and cross‑functional collaboration while staying mindful of budgets and client expectations, with a clear path to full-time opportunities after

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years towards a BS/BA degree in Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting Design, Interior Design or equivalent.
• Strong interest in architectural lighting design consulting.
• Previous exposure to CAD and/or BIM software.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication.
• Prior internship experience in building design consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment and support luminaire selections, lighting layouts, illuminance targets, and design documentation.
• Help maintain client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent record documentation.
• Coordinate design and schedule activities with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment‑supplier teams.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to final check.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and provide other services required by the contract services agreement.
• Support project goals and client expectations while working within project monetary budgets.
• Create client presentations and document design selections in Revit or less frequently AutoCAD.

Skills

Strong interest in architectural осв

Education

Completed at least 2 years toward BS/BA in Architectural Engineering or related fields

Tools

CAD

BIM

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

IMEG Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking an Architectural Lighting Intern for a 10–12 week summer program. You will assist in analysis, design and documentation of architectural lighting systems, gaining hands-on experience alongside leading lighting designers in a 100% ESOP, in-office environment.

You will support design tasks, client presentations, and cross‑functional collaboration while staying mindful of budgets and client expectations, with a clear path to full-time opportunities after