Mechanical Engineering Intern | Scottsdale, AZ

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 Required Education and Experience Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required 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 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 Bring Your Career to IMEG Apply today to build hands-on experience on real projects and help create positive outcomes for clients and communities. 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 purpo