Civil Engineering Intern | Bozeman, MT

IMEG; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 33,062,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEG in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for a 10–12 week summer program. You will work under experienced engineers on design, field inspections, and report preparation, contributing to residential and land development projects with a focus on sustainable infrastructure.

The role emphasizes hands-on project work, mentorship, and integration into a 100% employee-owned firm. Office-based, with opportunities to observe subgrade inspections and site planning in the Bozeman area.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years toward a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Interest in design consulting and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM tools and MS Office; clear written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects within code and IMEG standards.
• Research equipment and resources for project use.
• Support client relations, project notebooks, and documentation.
• Coordinate design and scheduling with other disciplines.
• Document design decisions and meetings; monitor progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy before final checks.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations as required.

Skills

CAD

BIM

MS Office

Communication

Civil design

Education

Two years toward BS Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Civil Engineering Intern | Bozeman, MT

100% Employee Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Civil Engineering Intern in Bozeman, MT to work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, field inspections, writing reports, preparing permit applications, and site drainage and grading designs. Over 10-12 weeks, this paid internship offers hands‑on exposure to the civil engineering trade through real project work that supports day‑to‑day project delivery.

In this role, you’ll contribute to projects while working within project budgets and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to help meet project goals and client expectations. You’ll support residential and land development work while gaining experience with resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure that helps shape growing communities.

At a Glance

Location: Bozeman, MT

Discipline: Civil

Markets: Residential; Land Development

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment and resources.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and all other services as required by the contract services agreement.

What You’ll Bring

Required

Education

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

• May be required to assist with field duties such as surveying and materials testing
• Strong interest in design consulting
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CAD software and BIM
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

About the Team

• This civil team is heavily focused on residential and subdivision development in the Bozeman area.
• The team supports subgrade inspection, site plans, staking, and subdivision feasibility work across Bozeman and Big Sky.
• Team members handle geotechnical reports, septic permitting, and commercial site support in the Billings market.
• The team also works on boundary survey, ALTA, and land development for multi-family and custom homes.
• Recent work includes Big Sky Subgrade Inspections, Housing; Gallatin County Septic & Geotech, Housing; and Billings Commercial Site Plans, Commercial.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• A paid internship with real, hands‑on project work, not busywork
• A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns
• A clear path to full-time: many interns and co‑ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG
• IDEA Program: a firm‑wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon‑reduction technology
• Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee‑owned firm
• MEG, our in‑house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’sstatus, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.