Architectural Lighting Design Intern — Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Intern cohort

Path to full-time

Job summary

IMEG is hiring an Architectural Lighting Intern in Chicago, IL for a 10-12 week summer program. The paid internship provides mentored, hands-on experience with real project work alongside seasoned lighting designers.

You will support design and documentation tasks, help create client presentations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while staying mindful of project budgets and client expectations. The team’s projects span hospitality, mixed use, education, and related environments.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years toward a BS/BA degree in Architectural Engineering or related fields such as Theatrical Lighting Design or Interior Design.
• Strong interest in architectural lighting design consulting.
• Exposure to CAD and/or BIM software.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment; support luminaire selections, 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 teams.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring progress.

Skills

CAD software

BIM software

MS Office

Communication

Lighting design interest

Education

BS/BA in Architectural Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

IMEG is hiring an Architectural Lighting Intern in Chicago, IL for a 10-12 week summer program. The paid internship provides mentored, hands-on experience with real project work alongside seasoned lighting designers.

You will support design and documentation tasks, help create client presentations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while staying mindful of project budgets and client expectations. The team’s projects span hospitality, mixed use, education, and related environments.