Mechanical Engineering Intern | Ann Arbor, MI

IMEG; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentor program

Path to full-time

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance on first day

Job summary

IMEG in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for a 10-12 week summer program. The role offers hands‑on experience supporting mechanical systems design, analysis, and implementation oversight in an ESOP environment with a strong mentorship culture.

You’ll work with cross‑functional teams, track project progress, and contribute to documentation while staying within project budgets and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Two or more years completed toward a BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong interest in design consulting and engineering analysis.
• Experience with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Assist design portions of projects for mechanical systems per code and IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment and supporting resources.
• Support client relations and maintain project design notebook.
• Coordinate design and schedule activities with multiple disciplines.
• Document design decisions and client instructions, monitor progress.
• Assist with project budget and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Review documents for accuracy before final checks.
• Prepare and issue addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations as required.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Design consulting interest

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

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 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 You’ll 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 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.

What You’ll 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

• 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.

• generous PTO
• flexible schedule
• assistance with tuition reimbursement
• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance

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