Mechanical Engineering Intern | Rock , IL

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 Rock Island, IL to support engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. Over 10-12 weeks, you will gain hands-on experience while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants on real project work.

You will help the team work within project budgets, coordinate with cross-functional disciplines, and support project progress through documentation and periodic job site observations. This opportunity supports work tied to healthcare and MEP projects, with exposure to industrial support systems and facility upgrades, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP
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Location: Rock Island, IL
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Markets: Healthcare; MEP
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

• Assist with engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry
• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards
• Support project work within the project's monetary budget while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations
• Assist with researching resources for commercially available equipment
• Assist with good client relations, project design notebook, and documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical and equipment suppliers
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and instructions from client promptly while monitoring project design progress
• Assist with review of all 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 all other services as required by the contract services agreement

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

• 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 (Building Information Model) software
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

• Industrial support work includes bulk material handling, substations, automation/controls, structural support, and plant infrastructure.
• The team also supports recurring civil and municipal water/wastewater-related scope, with strength in heavy industrial systems, facility upgrades, and infrastructure-driven work.
• Recent work includes SCIF Spaces, Industrial; 2022 VESIL Lab Security Upgrades, Industrial; and TMMK Cafe 2000 Criteria, Industrial.

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

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.

State of Illinois Pay Range: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

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…