Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Location: Ontario, CA

Program Length: 10-12 weeks

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

About the Role

This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Ontario, California. Over 10-12 weeks, you will assist in the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry, gaining hands-on experience through real project work alongside experienced engineers and consultants. You will support project budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help meet project goals and client expectations across education-focused work. You will contribute in a collaborative environment that also supports broader public-sector and institutional work, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with design portions of mechanical systems projects according to code and IMEG standards.
• Assist with researching commercially available equipment.
• Assist with maintaining client relations, project design notebooks, and documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule 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 before final check.
• Assist with preparing and issuing addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and other services required by the contract services agreement.

Requirements & Tech Stack

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

About The Team

• Service mix is centered on education work across K-12 and higher education, with a notable supporting presence in healthcare and public-sector projects.
• The team handles full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design for classrooms, labs, additions, modernization efforts, and barrier-removal work, with fire protection and technology showing up frequently on larger assignments.
• They also handle medical renovations, municipal/public-safety work, EV and power upgrades, commissioning, security, audio/visual, and occasional civil or survey support.
• The portfolio suggests a team that is especially strong in school modernization, science/lab environments, and California public-institution upgrades.

Why IMEG

• A paid internship with real, hands-on project work.
• A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns.
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm.
• MEG, IMEG's in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations.

Compensation

• State of California Hourly Range: $22.00 – $24.00
• Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.
• Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.
• IMEG Corp. 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).