Mechanical Engineering Intern | Scottsdale, AZ

IMEG Corp; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship program

Hands-on project experience

Job summary

IMEG Corp is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Scottsdale, AZ for a 10–12 week summer program. You will assist in design, analysis, and oversight of mechanical systems, collaborating with experienced engineers across disciplines.

Responsibilities include project documentation, coordination with multiple teams, and site observations. This paid internship offers mentorship and hands-on project experience within a 100% ESOP firm culture.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required
• 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
• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of projects related to mechanical systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Support engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry.
• Research commercially available equipment for project applications.
• Help maintain project documentation, including design notebooks and permanent record files.
• Assist with coordination of design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment supplier partners.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• 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 support other services required by the contract services agreement.
• Work within the project’s monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Skills

Strong interest in design consulting

Clear communication

Education

Completed 2 years towards BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Building Information Modeling)

MS Office Suite

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Intern | Scottsdale, AZ

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 Scottsdale, Arizona.

Over 10-12 weeks, you will assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while working alongside experienced engineers and consultants.

This is a paid, mentored internship with hands-on project experience.

You will support project coordination, documentation, budget awareness, and collaboration across disciplines while contributing to education-focused work for the team you would join.

The role also offers exposure to complex renovation and expansion projects across the Southwest, helping advance high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

• Location: Scottsdale, AZ
• Discipline: Mechanical
• Markets: Education
• 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 mechanical systems according to code and IMEG standards.
• Support engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry.
• Research commercially available equipment for project applications.
• Help maintain project documentation, including project design notebooks and permanent record files.
• Assist with coordination of design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment supplier partners.
• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress.
• 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 support other services required by the contract services agreement.
• Work within the project’s monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

What You'll Bring

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required
• 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
• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

About the Team

The team supports education and industrial work, with a broad active portfolio that also includes higher education, hospitality, healthcare, telecom and utility, tribal and government, and mixed commercial projects.

Full MEP delivery is the backbone of the team’s work, with frequent construction administration support and recurring fire protection, technology, and energy modeling involvement.

The team also supports labs, cleanrooms, central plant work, public and tribal facilities, hotels, senior living, and utility and telecom infrastructure upgrades across the Southwest.

Recent work includes Northern Arizona University / Thermal Storage and Fieldhouse Ice Hockey, Education; Grand Canyon Lookout Studio Restoration / Grand Canyon Village, Arizona / Amend 003 CA Services, Government (Federal); and Grand Canyon National Park Lodges / Grand Canyon, AZ / Grand Canyon Lookout Studio Phase II, 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

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 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 into 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.

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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.