Civil Engineering Intern | Charlotte, NC

IMEG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentor program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

IMEG, Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Civil Engineering Intern for a 10-12 week summer program. You will assist in engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, and site drainage and grading design while learning the Civil Engineering trade.

You’ll support project work within budget, collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations, and help document design progress from coordination through final check.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required
• Field duties such as surveying and materials testing may be required
• Strong interest in design consulting and ability to clearly communicate

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design work for discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment and resources
• Assist with client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with multiple teams
• Assist with documenting design decisions and meetings while monitoring progress
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy prior to final check
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services as required

Skills

Surveying

Design consulting

MS Office

CAD

BIM

Communication

Education

Completed at least 2 years towards a BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

100% Employee-Owned

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Civil Engineering Intern in Charlotte, NC. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit application preparation, and site drainage and grading design while learning the Civil Engineering trade.

You’ll support project work within budget, collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations, and help document design progress from coordination through final check. This role also provides hands‑on exposure to site observations and multidisciplinary teamwork while delivering resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

• Location: Charlotte, NC
• Discipline: Civil
• Markets: Survey; Land Development; Civil Engineering
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program
• Program Length: 10-12 weeks
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist with project design work for discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment and resources.
• Assist with client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment supplier teams.
• 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.

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

About The Team

• This team brings a 360-degree approach, combining analytical expertise with a diverse skillset to support project success.
• Services include surveying, aerial mapping, civil engineering and site design for clients.
• Recent work includes specialized engineering support for NASCAR's $53 million, 58,000 square-foot production facility in Concord, NC.

Why IMEG

• 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 to race, 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 including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, 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 prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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