Internship Principal Structural Engineer Jobs in Michigan

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
IMEG is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Farmington Hills, MI. 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.
You'll collaborate across disciplines, support project documentation and quality reviews, and contribute to work delivered within project budgets and client expectations. You'll join a structural team serving commercial and institutional markets, with experience across education, housing, automotive and industrial, and municipal projects, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.
At a Glance
Location: Farmington Hills, MI; Jacksonville, FL; Cincinnati, OH
Discipline: Structural
Markets: Commercial; Institutional
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 structural design portions of projects according to code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching and finding resources related to projects
• Support good client relations, the project design notebook, and documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedules 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 review of all project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and all other services as 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
Experience
• None listed.
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
Physical Requirements
• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises
About the Team
• Broad structural portfolio across Michigan and nearby markets, with particular strength in education, housing, automotive and industrial, and municipal work.
• K-12 and higher education additions and renovations.
• Multifamily, mixed-use, and residential work.
• Automotive, industrial, and manufacturing support.
• Municipal, fire, police, and public building experience.
• Recent work includes Plymouth-Canton Community Schools campus additions and renovations, Education, and Ford Motor Company / Dearborn, MI / infrastructure and industrial support work, Industrial.
Why IMEG
We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member shares in that mission as an owner.
• 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
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.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to gain hands-on structural experience, learn from experienced employee-owners, and contribute to projects that support communities and clients across the region
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.
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