Intern-Civil Engineering summer 2027 | Naperville, IL

IMEG Corp; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEG Corp in Naperville, IL offers a Summer 2027 Internship for Civil Engineering. The intern will assist with design work, field inspections, report writing, and coordination across disciplines during a 10–12 week program.

Work is in-office with a full-time schedule. Sponsorship is not available; pay ranges are provided and benefits are described in the posting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil design work for project discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment-supplier disciplines.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, client meetings, and instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement.

Skills

Field duties

Design consulting

CAD software

BIM

MS Office

Written and oral communication

Education

BS progress in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Building Information Model

Microsoft Office

Job description

1 100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring an Intern-Civil Engineering summer 2027 in Naperville, IL. In this role, you will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, and site drainage and grading designs.

You will work within project monetary budgets and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You will support work serving municipal and transportation markets while contributing to resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glanc e

Location: Naperville, IL

Discipline: Civil

Markets: Municipal; Transportation

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 D o

• Assist with civil design work for project discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment-supplier disciplines.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, client meetings, and instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services 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 Building Information Model
• 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

• Civil and municipal engineering across the Chicago suburbs from Naperville, Ottawa, and Gurnee
• Roadway, sidewalk, and parking design plus school-district and recreational facility improvements
• Land surveying, utility coordination, water system upgrades, and ADA transition planning
• Diverse client base spanning municipalities, school districts, healthcare, and entertainment
• Recent work includes Lake County Health Dept Water & Parking Improvements, Healthcare; Six Flags Great America Survey, Gaming & Entertainment; and CCSD15 Kimball Hill Elementary Survey, Education.

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 Illinois Pay Range: $22.50–$24.50 per hour

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.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/ .

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.

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