Mechanical Engineering Intern | Greenwood Village, CO

About the Role

This Summer 2027 Internship opportunity at IMEG offers a 10-12 week program where you'll assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. You'll work closely with experienced engineers and consultants, supporting engineering analysis, design coordination, documentation, and periodic job site observations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. This hands-on experience focuses on commercial and institutional markets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of mechanical systems projects in accordance with code and IMEG standards
• Research resources for commercially available equipment
• Maintain client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files
• Coordinate design and schedule activities with other disciplines, suppliers, and project partners
• Document design decisions, meetings, client instructions, and project progress
• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check
• Prepare and issue addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement
• Work within the project's monetary budget to meet project goals and client expectations

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 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written form to individuals or groups

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry

About the Team

IMEG's mechanical engineering team specializes in HVAC and mechanical systems that enhance performance and advance sustainability. The team has earned multiple international ASHRAE Technology Awards for energy-efficient design and focuses on geothermal, chilled beams, central plants, and energy recovery. They perform lifecycle analysis and rapid energy modeling for high-performance outcomes across high-rise, healthcare, and industrial facilities. Recent projects include the Etha Hotel Redesign (Hospitality), Columbus Library (Education), and CMMC Radiology Remodel (Education).

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 convert to full-time roles at IMEG
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator for developing and scaling new tools (VR, AI, carbon-reduction technology)
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm
• MEG, IMEG’s in-house AI platform, helps streamline project workflows and calculations
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligible from first day of employment)
• Generous PTO, flexible schedule, and tuition reimbursement assistance
• Annual bonuses and stock ownership options
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays

Pay

State of Colorado Pay Range: $22-24 per hour. The range represents the base pay IMEG reasonably expects to pay for this position in Greenwood Village, CO. Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure/certifications.

Schedule

Full-time in-office, 10-12 week summer program.

Location: Greenwood Village, CO. Discipline: Mechanical Engineering. Markets: Commercial; Institutional. Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP). Sponsorship: Not available.