Chemical Engineering Intern | Utica, MI

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Chemical Engineering Intern in Utica, MI.

Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of chemical processes while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants. This paid internship offers hands-on project experience and mentorship from day one. You'll support project budgets, documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination while helping teams meet project goals and client expectations. The team you'd join supports industrial, manufacturing, and MEP work, giving you exposure to real project delivery in technical facility environments.

• Location:
  
  Utica, MI
• Discipline:
  Chemical Engineering
• Markets:
  Industrial;
  Manufacturing; MEP
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full-time in office
• Program Length: 10-12 week summer program
• Sponsorship:
  Not available

• Assist with design portions of chemical process projects according to code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment and support the development of equipment and instrument specifications.
• Develop Process Flow Diagrams (PFD's) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&'s).
• Perform and document technical and engineering calculations associated with design tasks.
• Perform field work to document existing conditions and current installations.
• Support cost estimate development, including quote solicitation from vendors.
• Assist in process controls design and development and bid package documentation development.
• Review project construction progress and help monitor overall project design progress.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly for permanent record files.
• Assist with review of project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.

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

• Strong interest in design consulting
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CAD software and BIM
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

• AutoCAD and AutoCAD Plant 3D experience a plus
• Prior internship experience in the engineering consulting or chemical process industry preferred

Portfolio points to a process- and manufacturing-oriented industrial team with strong mechanical, electrical, process engineering, and process automation/controls. Automotive R&D, chemical process, manufacturing support, and some civil/municipal utility work show up repeatedly, suggesting a team that is especially strong in technical industrial environments and production-support infrastructure. The team has a strong history as a trusted advisor for owners/manufacturers and brings a great foundation of client-centric team culture.

• 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

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement.
• Additionally, employees are…