Structural Intern | Fairfax, VA

IMEG; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 14,878,000 - 16,201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Mentor program

Paid internship

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Structural Intern for a 10–12 week summer program in Fairfax, VA. You will assist in analysis, design, and oversight of structural systems across diverse building types while collaborating with seasoned engineers and colleagues.

The internship emphasizes project delivery, documentation, and cross-disciplinary coordination. Applicants should have completed at least two years toward a BS in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering, with interest in design consulting and

Qualifications

• Two years of study toward a BS in civil/structural/architectural engineering or equivalent.
• Interest in design consulting for structural projects.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD or BIM software is preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural design portions of projects according to code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching project resources.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Coordinate design and schedule with multidisciplinary teams.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions; monitor progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other required services.

Skills

Civil/Structural Eng (BS progress)

Interest in design consulting

MS Office

AutoCAD

BIM (Building Information Modeling)

Communication skills

Education

BS progress in Civil/Structural/Architectural Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

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

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 Intern in Fairfax, VA. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of structural systems for a variety of building types while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants. In this role, you'll support project delivery through design assistance, documentation, coordination across disciplines, and periodic job site observations while working within project budgets and client expectations. You'll contribute across commercial and institutional markets, with exposure to mission critical and data center work in Northern Virginia, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.

At a Glance

• Location: Fairfax, VA
• 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 structural design portions of projects according to code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching project resources.
• Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and supplier teams.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with reviewing project documents.
• 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 other services as required by the contract services agreement.

What You’ll Bring (Required)

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

• Our DC area structural team is driven by mission critical and data center work in Northern Virginia, plus commercial interiors and selective K-12, housing, and hospitality support.
• The portfolio includes structural support for data center upgrades, warehouse and restaurant fit-outs, core-drill and load reviews, and school HVAC-related structural modifications.
• Recent work includes Sabey Data Centers Intergate Campus Building A Core and Shell, Data Center/Mission Critical, and Prince William County Public Schools Bull Run Middle School HVAC System Renovation, 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 Virginia 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 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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