Mechanical Engineering Intern Columbus, OH

Mechanical Intern

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Intern in Columbus, OH, to work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. Over 10-12 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting real project work while learning from a collaborative team.

You'll support project budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help the team deliver work across industrial, manufacturing, and MEP-focused projects. This role offers exposure to project coordination, documentation, and field observations while building your experience in design consulting.

Location: Columbus, Toledo, or Twinsburg, OH

Discipline: Commissioning; Energy Performance

Markets: Commercial; 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 mechanical systems in accordance with code and IMEG standards

Assist with researching commercially available equipment resources

Assist with client relations, project design notebooks, and permanent record documentation

Assist with coordinating design and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment supplier teams

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 final check

Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information

Conduct periodic job site observations and provide 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 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

Specialists in building commissioning, master systems integration and criteria engineering

Brings together technical system expertise and energy market insight to deliver more connected, end to end performance and energy solutions

Strong support for MEP2050 and AIA 2030 sustainability commitments

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

State of Ohio Pay Range: $22.00–$24.00 per hour

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website.

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. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.