Virtual Design Construction Intern | Germantown, MD

IMEG Corporation; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Mentorship program

Paid internship

Full-time path potential

IDEA Program access

AI tools access MEG

Job summary

IMEG Corp. in Germantown, MD is seeking a Virtual Design Construction Intern for a 10-12 week summer program.

You will work on BIM model development, documentation, and coordination with VDC staff, gaining hands-on exposure to virtual design, reality capture, and digital delivery processes. You will collaborate with designers, engineers, and project teams, learning industry standards and construction practices while contributing to real project work in a government/municipal and science &

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in BIM/AEC or related field.
• Interest in BIM/VDC and the AEC industry.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining BIM models and project docs under VDC staff guidance.
• Support model updates, revisions, and coordination through design/construction phases.
• Assist with model review, clash detection, issue tracking, and coordination activities.
• Learn field verification, reality capture, and scan-to-BIM workflows.

Skills

BIM/VDC interest

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Construction/Engineering BIM education

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Virtual Design Construction Intern | Germantown, MD

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

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Virtual Design Intern in Germantown, MD. This role supports the development and coordination of Building Information Models throughout the project lifecycle, with hands-on exposure to virtual design, model coordination, reality capture, and digital project delivery processes. Over 10-12 weeks, you’ll assist with BIM model development, documentation, and coordination activities while working with VDC Specialists, designers, engineers, and project teams. You’ll gain exposure to industry standards, construction practices, and emerging VDC technologies through real project work.

At a Glance

Location: Germantown, MD

Discipline: Virtual Design Construction

Markets: Government/Municipal and Science & Technology

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full Time In Office, 10-12 week summer program

Program Length: 10-12 weeks

Sponsorship: U.S. citizenship required, federal contract

What You'll Do

• Assist with developing and maintaining BIM models and project documentation under the direction of VDC staff
• Support model updates, revisions, and coordination throughout design and construction phases
• Assist with model review, clash detection, issue tracking, and coordination activities
• Support the creation and organization of construction drawings, model deliverables, and project documentation
• Assist with field verification activities, including collecting measurements and documenting existing conditions
• Participate in reality capture and scan-to-BIM workflows, including point cloud review and model development activities
• Assist with developing and maintaining Revit families, content libraries, and project standards
• Support file management, data organization, and digital project delivery processes
• Attend project and coordination meetings to gain exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration and construction workflows
• Perform other VDC-related duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Currently pursuing an Associate degree, Bachelor's degree, technical certification, or related education in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Architecture, Engineering, or a related field

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong interest in Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), and the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred

• Familiarity with Autodesk Revit and other BIM/VDC software preferred
• Basic understanding of construction methods and building systems preferred
• Previous coursework, internship experience, or exposure to BIM, CAD, construction, or engineering technology preferred
• Experience with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or related design software preferred

About the Team

• Do work that matters, supporting mission-critical federal, healthcare, research, laboratory, and secure facility projects where reliability, redundancy, and safety directly support the client's mission
• Work on technically challenging projects for major clients and agencies, including NIH, NIST, NAVFAC, USACE, University of Maryland, Morgan State University, and private-sector research clients
• Collaborate with a seasoned multidisciplinary team of Professional Engineers, LEED Accredited Professionals, energy modeling experts, CFD specialists, lighting designers, commissioning professionals, and healthcare facility design experts
• Be part of a collaborative, trust-based culture with hybrid work schedules, strong mentorship, technical growth, and meaningful ownership of project outcomes

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• 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 Maryland Pay Range: $22.00-$24.00 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

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.

• generous PTO
• flexible schedule
• assistance with tuition reimbursement
• health insurance on first day of employment
• dental insurance on first day of employment
• vision insurance on first day of employment
• life insurance on first day of employment

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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