Mechanical Engineering Intern | Chicago, IL

100% employee-owned firm offering big-firm resources with local-team relationships.

About the role

Summer 2027 Internship opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Chicago, IL. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while working closely with a team of experienced engineers and consultants on real project work. This internship supports work within project budgets and cross-functional collaboration to help meet project goals and client expectations.

You'll contribute to documentation, coordination, final-check preparation, addenda, and periodic job site observations while supporting projects across education, government, and healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment
• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress
• Assist with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness before requesting a final check
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and support other services required by the contract services agreement

Requirements

• Completed at least 2 years toward a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Strong interest in design consulting
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including 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 Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry

Pay

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits

• Paid internship with real, hands-on project work
• Structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns
• Clear path to full-time employment: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and tuition reimbursement assistance
• Eligibility to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment

About IMEG

IMEG puts people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned corporation, we offer exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office firm. Our in-house AI platform, MEG, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations.