Mechanical Engineering Intern | Ann Arbor, MI

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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 projects 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 MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

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

What Youll Do

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 projects 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.

What Youll Bring

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

About the Team

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.

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 to gain hands-on mechanical engineering experience contribute to real project work and grow alongside a team focused on delivering positive outcomes for clients and communities.

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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