Mechanical Engineering Intern | New York, NY

Mechanical Engineering Intern | New York, NY 

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 New York, NY to work alongside 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 in a paid summer internship. 

In this role, you'll support design tasks, documentation, coordination across disciplines, and project progress while working within project budgets and client expectations. You'll contribute to education-focused building system projects and gain exposure to broader assessment and construction administration support, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030. 

At a Glance 

Location: New York, NY 

Discipline: Mechanical 

Markets: Education 

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP) 

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid, 10-12 week summer program 

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program 

Sponsorship: Not available 

What You'll Do 

• Assist with mechanical system design tasks in alignment with code and IMEG standards. 

• Research commercially available equipment for project applications. 

• Support client relations and maintain project design notebooks and permanent record documentation. 

• Coordinate design activities and schedules with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment-supplier partners. 

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

• Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check. 

• Help prepare and issue addendum information. 

• Conduct periodic job site observations and support other services required by the contract services agreement. 

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 

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 

Physical Requirements 

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds 

• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull 

• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises 

About the Team 

• The team supports PK-12 public education modernization work with a strong emphasis on core MEP delivery across electrification, accessibility, flood mitigation, kitchens, auditoriums, additions, and renovation scopes. 

• Many assignments carry full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope, with fire protection included where needed. 

• The team also supports feasibility, assessment, selective energy modeling, and construction administration on broader school programs. 

• Recent work includes PS 186X NEW ELEVATOR FIRE ALARM Closeout Extension 4, Education; P2620E.09 PS 7Q - FA & BMS Upgrade_Project Closeout, Education; and NYSCA//New York, NY/IS 390 Room Tags (I2800B), Education. 

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 New York Pay Range: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour 

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location. 

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 at www.imegcorp.com. 

Bring Your Career to IMEG 

Apply today to build hands-on mechanical design experience while contributing to projects that support schools and communities.