Innovation Services Intern | Naperville, IL
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Innovation Services Intern - Sustainability & Energy Naperville IL
100% Employee-Owned Big-firm resources local-team relationships ONE IMEG culture
This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.
IMEG is hiring an Innovation Services Intern in Naperville IL to support the innovation team by providing technical assistance documenting workflows and actively learning new technologies that support the firms strategic projects. Over 10-12 weeks you will gain hands-on experience while supporting innovation project initiatives in multiple areas of specialty.
You will shadow senior specialists and contribute to early-stage innovation tasks including research data collection reporting troubleshooting and process documentation. This role also supports knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration across the firm.
Location: Naperville IL
Discipline: Innovation Services - Sustainability & Energy
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
The Sustainability & Energy Intern will work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis and implementation of sustainability and energy efficiency measures in buildings. As part of the Sustainability and Energy team you will have the opportunity to support sustainable design through energy modeling daylight analysis carbon analysis life cycle cost analysis LEED/WELL/PHIUS/Green Globes certification support and administration and CFD analysis. This position will be expected to work within the projects monetary budget as well as collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. As an intern you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience over the course of 10-12 weeks.
Principal Responsibilities
Assist with supporting sustainable design practices across the company
Assist with building performance analyses on IMEG projects
Assist with the achievement of projects green building certification which includes but is not limited to performing energy modeling documentation and leading certification for entire project team
Assist with coordinating design information from other disciplines such as architectural structural electrical mechanical technology clerical and equipment suppliers to inform energy models
Assist in identifying strategies to decarbonize projects building and/or campus which includes performing solar photovoltaic assessment and calculations
Assist in making sustainable design recommendations and design decisions with support from senior staff
Assist with researching latest code requirements for energy efficient design including but not limited to LEED IECC and ASHRAE 90.1
Assist with preparation and issuance of reports
Required Skills/Abilities
Strong interest in sustainability and innovation
Working knowledge of building interior and exterior systems
Working knowledge of green building certifications such as LEED WELL Living Building etc.
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word Excel and Outlook
Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Education and Experience
Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering Architecture or equivalent required
Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
$22.00 - $24.00 per hour
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
Apply today and bring your curiosity ideas and problem-solving skills to work that supports innovation across IMEG.
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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About Company
IMEG Corp. is an employee-owned engineering design company made up of consulting engineers and specialists focusing on the built environment.
