Structural Engineering Intern | Pasadena, CA

Structural Engineering Intern | Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, CA. Over 10-12 weeks, you’ll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems for buildings and other structures while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants.

This role supports budget-aware project delivery, cross-functional coordination, and accurate project documentation across commercial and institutional work, while contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050. You’ll help research project resources, document design progress, support project goals and client expectations, and participate in periodic job site observations.

At a Glance

Location: Pasadena, 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 structural system design for building projects in accordance with applicable codes and company standards
• Support engineering analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems in buildings and other structures
• Research project resources and gather information to support design tasks
• Help maintain project documentation, including design notebooks and permanent record files
• Coordinate design activities and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and supplier teams
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project progress
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and support other services required by the contract services agreement
• Work within the project’s monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations

What You’ll Bring

Required Education and Experience

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

Required

Skills and 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

• California structural team with a portfolio dominated by acute-care and hospital seismic work, including HCAI evaluations, NPC-4D/SPC-4D compliance, and renovation support.
• Also supports civic, education, hospitality, and mixed-use projects, but the current workload is led by healthcare structural upgrades and construction administration.
• Recent work includes Hoag Newport Beach SPC4D Upgrade Inpatient Tower, Healthcare, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas CP-2 Construction Administration, Healthcare.

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…