Structural Engineering Intern | Ontario, CA

IMEG Corporation; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentor program

Path to full-time

Stock ownership options

Job summary

IMEG Corporation in Ontario, CA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for a 10–12 week summer program. You will assist in design, analysis, and implementation oversight for structural systems in commercial and institutional projects, under mentorship.

The paid internship includes hands-on project work, collaboration with experienced engineers, and opportunities to contribute to sustainable design goals and SE2050.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design for structural systems in accordance with applicable codes and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching and locating project resources.
• Support client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent-record documentation.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, supplier, and other disciplines.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before final review.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job-site observations and provide other services required by the contract services agreement.

Skills

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

BIM

Oral and written communication

Strong interest in design consulting

Education

2+ years toward BS in Civil/Structural/Architectural Eng

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

Structural Engineering Intern | Ontario, CA

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

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Ontario, CA. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems in buildings and other structures.

This paid, mentored internship offers real project work alongside experienced engineers and consultants. You'll support project design, documentation, coordination, and site observations for commercial and institutional work, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.

At a Glance

Location: Ontario, CA

Discipline: Structural

Markets: Commercial; Institutional

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 project design for structural systems in accordance with applicable codes and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching and locating project resources.
• Support client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent-record documentation.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, supplier, and other disciplines.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before final review.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job-site observations and provide 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, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong interest in design consulting
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software
• 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

• Los Angeles structural team is concentrated in Southern California education and healthcare work, especially school modernization and hospital upgrade efforts.
• Active backlog features LAUSD and K-12 projects, hospital renovations and seismic/NPC work, civic facilities, and selected mixed-use or housing assignments.
• Recent work includes LAUSD Jefferson CA & Closeout, Education, and Emanate Health Queen of the Valley Hospital NPC-4D L2 Compliance Upgrade, Healthcare.

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 California 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.

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to contribute to meaningful structural engineering work while building your experience alongside a collaborative team.

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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/

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