Mechanical Engineering Intern | Rogers, AR

IMEG Corporation; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEG Corporation invites applications for a Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineering Intern position in Rogers, AR. Over a 10–12 week period, you will assist in analysis, design, and oversight of mechanical systems for building projects, working with experienced engineers and consultants.

This paid internship provides hands-on project experience across MEP disciplines. You will support design progress, cross-discipline coordination, and documentation while helping teams meet budgets, goals, and client

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical design consulting for building systems.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork and client interactions.
• Experience with AutoCAD and BIM tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects and ensure compliance with codes and IMEG standards.
• Research resources for equipment and coordinate across disciplines.
• Document design decisions and maintain project progress notes.
• Support client relations and project documentation for permanent records.
• Assist with preparing addendum information and issuing project updates.
• Conduct site observations and assist as required by the contract.

Skills

Strong design interest

Excellent communication

Education

2 years toward BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

MS Office

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 Rogers, AR. 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 experienced engineers and consultants. This is a paid internship with hands-on project experience.

You'll support project design progress, coordination across disciplines, and documentation while helping teams meet project budgets, goals, and client expectations. This role supports work across general MEP, building systems, and institutional projects.

At a Glance

Location: Rogers, AR

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: General MEP; Building Systems; Institutional

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist with design portions of projects related to discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching resources for commercially available equipment
• Assist with client relations, the project design notebook, and 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 prior to requesting a final check
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information
• Conduct periodic job site observations and perform other services as 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 required

Required Skills/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

• Work centered on office and mixed-use/corporate buildings with MEP scope. Strong experience in commercial building systems, energy-efficient design, and integrated MEP delivery.
• The team's portfolio also reflects broader industrial and process-safety exposure beyond office work.
• Recent work includes Zebra Technologies / Bentonville, AR / Zebra NOC Addition, Commercial; Mercy Health / Rogers, AR / Mercy NWA Cath Lab 2, Healthcare; and FNB NWA / Rogers, AR / Pleasant Grove Development Pay App Observation, Commercial.

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

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.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, 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 includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran'sstatus, 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 into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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