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 firm's 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. At a

Glance 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 What You'll Do 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 project's 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 project's 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 project's 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 What You'll Bring 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 Salary $22.00 - $24.00 per hour 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 Bring Your Career to IMEG 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. Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities?

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