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Mechanical Engineering Intern | Idaho Falls, ID
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 Idaho Falls, ID. Over 10-12 weeks, you will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry.
You will support project design, documentation, coordination, and site observations while working within project budgets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. You will contribute to industrial and manufacturing-focused work while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA 2030.
At a Glance
Location: Idaho Falls, ID
Discipline: Mechanical
Markets: Industrial; Manufacturing; MEP
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 discipline systems according to code and IMEG standards.

• Research commercially available equipment for project use.

• Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.

• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical and equipment suppliers.

• Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly while monitoring project design progress.

• Assist with review of all 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 all other services as 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

• 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

• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology design for complex buildings

• Deep portfolios in education, healthcare, mission-critical, and industrial markets

• National technical resources paired with local project relationships

• Strong support for MEP2050 and AIA 2030 sustainability commitments

• Recent work includes U.S. Environmental Protection Agency / Ann Arbor, MI / National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory / Energy Savings Performance Contract Design Oversight and Construction Follow-on Services, Government (Federal); FSU / Social Justice Museum / New Building, Education; and Faust Farms WTP and WWTP, Housing.

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 and help create positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
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.
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