About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

About LJC

LJC Design & Engineering is a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. We are a team of high-energy professionals who share a passion for design, a collaborative approach, and a casual culture. We solve challenges by leveraging the collective expertise and ingenuity of the best and brightest minds across development, design, and construction.

The Role We Want You For

The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the Compute Team and electrical engineering group in the development, coordination, and execution of design and construction documentation. This role offers hands-on exposure to building systems, digital construction workflows, and multidisciplinary coordination within a fast-paced design-build environment

The Specifics of the Role

• Assist in the development and modification of electrical design drawings and models
• Support Building Information Modeling (BIM) efforts using Revit and AutoCAD
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, architects, and construction teams to coordinate building systems
• Participate in clash detection and coordination using Navisworks
• Review construction documents and assist with basic load calculations and design tasks
• Support digital workflows, automation efforts, and data organization within the Compute Team
• Assist with field coordination and site visits as needed
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to project timelines

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering or related field
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and building design
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code is a plus
• Exposure to BIM and construction documentation preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals.
• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency.
• Self-starter who can work well on a team.

Some Things You Should Know

• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, and high-profile jobs.
• We strive to bring the highest-quality work to our clients at the fastest rate possible.

Why Clayco + LJC?

• 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain’s Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).

Compensation

• Intern Hourly Pay Range: $21.00-$25.00 per hour based on expected college graduation month/year.