Mechanical Engineering Intern | Madison, WI

IMEG; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Real project work

Potential full-time conversion

Job summary

IMEG in Madison, WI is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in-office, 10–12 weeks, 100% ESOP-owned firm. You will assist with analysis, design, and oversight of mechanical systems for education, government, and healthcare projects, while collaborating with a team of engineers and consultants on real project work.

You’ll contribute to documentation, coordination, and site observations, supporting budgets and cross-functional collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years toward a BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• No prior internship required; prior internship in building design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist design portions of projects per IMEG standards.
• Research commercially available equipment.
• Support client relations and maintain project design notebook.
• Coordinate design and schedule with architectural, structural, electrical teams.
• Document design decisions and client instructions; monitor progress.
• Prepare and issue addendum information; review documents for accuracy.

Skills

MS Office

Clear communication

Design interest

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering (2 years completed)

Tools

AutoCAD

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Intern | Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI. 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 also contribute to documentation, coordination, final-check preparation, addenda, and periodic job site observations while supporting projects across education, government, and healthcare settings.

At a Glance

• Location: Madison, WI
• Discipline: Mechanical
• Markets: None listed
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program
• Program Length: 10-12 weeks
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Bring

• Required Education: Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience: None required
• Required Skills/Abilities: Strong interest in design consulting
• Required Skills/Abilities: Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Required Skills/Abilities: Skilled in AutoCAD and//or Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) software
• Required Skills/Abilities: Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Preferred: Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry

Salary

Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour.

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.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put in effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail]. As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG's brand is centered around the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.