Mechanical Engineering Intern

100% Employee-Owned
* Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Ann Arbor, MI to work closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. This paid internship offers hands‑on experience over the course of 10-12 weeks.

You will support project work within the project's monetary budget, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and assist with coordination and documentation across disciplines to meet project goals and client expectations. This opportunity supports industrial, manufacturing, and MEP work while advancing high‑performance, energy‑efficient design aligned with MEP
2050 and AIA
2030.

Location:

Ann Arbor, MI

Discipline:
Mechanical

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 projects related to mechanical systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment and supporting resources.
• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Coordinate design and schedule activities with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• Support project work within the project's monetary budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement.

Required Education and Experience

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

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interest in design consulting
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting 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…