Chemical Engineering Intern | Boulder, CO

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This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Chemical Engineering Intern in Boulder CO. Over 10-12 weeks you will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis design and implementation oversight of chemical processes.

In this role you will support project work that aligns with budgets collaborate with cross-functional teams and help meet project goals and client expectations. The team you would join supports industrial manufacturing and MEP work with visible strength in industrial life sciences and pharmaceutical production support.

At a Glance

Location: Boulder CO

Discipline: Chemical

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

What Youll Do

Assist with discipline system design according to code and IMEG standards.

Research commercially available equipment.

Support client relations project design notebooks and permanent record documentation.

Develop Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

Assist in developing equipment and instrument specifications.

Perform field work to document existing conditions and current installations.

Perform and document technical calculations associated with design tasks.

Support cost estimate development including quote solicitation from vendors.

Assist in process controls design engineering calculations and bid package documentation.

Review project construction progress and document design decisions meetings and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.

Assist with review of project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check and 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.

What Youll Bring

Required Education

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

Required Skills/Abilities

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

Preferred

Prior internship experience in the engineering consulting or chemical process industry preferred

AutoCAD and AutoCAD Plant 3D experience a plus

About the Team

Portfolio points to a process- and manufacturing-oriented industrial team with strong project management electrical process engineering and process piping design capabilities. With a great deal of history stemming from oil gas pharmaceutical biofuels and other industrial specialties the team 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. Recent work includes pharmaceutical and contract pharmaceutical with strong experience in nutraceuticals bioscience and food/beverage industries over multiple decades. This is a strong experienced and high performing team working on technically challenging projects every day!

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

Applications will be accepted through 12/31/2026. The application deadline may be extended if the position remains unfilled.

State of Colorado Salary Range: $22.00/hr$24.00/hr

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 candidates experience education knowledge skills abilities and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership 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 .

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and join a team supporting industrial and manufacturing clients through hands-on project work and multidisciplinary collaboration.

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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