Electrical Engineering Intern | Cincinnati, Oh

IMEG; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentor program

Path to full-time

ESOP culture

Job summary

IMEG in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for a 10-12 week paid summer internship. You will work with a team of engineers on electrical systems design, analysis, and project oversight, with an HVAC focus area.

The role offers hands-on project support, collaboration across disciplines, site observations, and exposure to industrial and manufacturing building systems. 100% employee-owned culture and mentoring provided, with potential path to full-time.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years toward a BS Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong interest in design consulting.
• Exposure to CAD and/or BIM software.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of electrical systems per code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings.
• Research commercially available equipment and resources.
• Maintain client relations, project notebooks, and documentation for permanent records.
• Coordinate design and schedule with other disciplines (architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, etc.).
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly while monitoring progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy before final checks.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other required services.
• Work within project budgets and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet goals and client expectations.

Skills

Strong interest in design consulting

Clear communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

2 years toward BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

BIM

Job description

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

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Engineering Intern in Cincinnati, OH, to work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings. This paid summer internship includes hands-on project support with an HVAC focus area.

Over 10-12 weeks, you will assist with design, documentation, coordination, and job site observations while working within project budgets and collaborating across disciplines to support project goals and client expectations. You will contribute to industrial and manufacturing work with a focus on building systems, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Discipline: Electrical

Markets: Industrial; Manufacturing; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Assist with design portions of projects related to electrical systems according to code and IMEG standards

  • Assist with engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems in buildings
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment and resources
• Assist with maintaining good client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly 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
• Work within the project's monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations

What You’ll Bring

Required Education

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

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong interest in design consulting
• Previous exposure to CAD and/or BIM software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• 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 primarily supports industrial, aerospace, and manufacturing clients, delivering a wide range of facility improvement, expansion, and modernization projects. The group’s work is heavily focused on mechanical and electrical building systems, with regular collaboration with industrial architects and other multidisciplinary design professionals.

The project portfolio includes manufacturing facilities, production spaces, secure environments, warehouses, distribution centers, laboratories, and corporate workplace renovations. This provides exposure to both new construction and renovation projects, with a particular strength in industrial facility upgrades, utility infrastructure, and production-support environments.

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

State of Ohio Salary Range: $22.00/hr - $24.00/hr

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

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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