Mechanical Engineering Intern | Rock Island, IL

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 Rock Island, IL to support engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. Over 10-12 weeks, you will assist with real project work alongside experienced engineers and consultants in a paid, mentored internship.

You will help support project work within budget, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to project goals and client expectations. The team you would join works heavily in education and campus settings, with additional experience in healthcare, civic lighting, aviation, and facility assessments, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Rock Island, IL
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
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 mechanical-system design work for vertical building projects according to code and IMEG standards
Research commercially available equipment to support project design
Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files
Coordinate design and schedule activities with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment-supplier teams
Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions while monitoring project design progress
Review project documents for accuracy and completeness before final check
Help prepare and issue addendum information
Conduct periodic job site observations and perform 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 (Building Information Model) 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

Rock Island MEP team skewed toward education and campus work
Higher-education lab, library, and facility projects across Valparaiso and University of Illinois
Healthcare additions, civic lighting, and airport and aviation work
Commissioning, facility assessments, and technology systems
Recent work includes University of Illinois Lab & Library, Education; Riverside Medical Center Additions, Healthcare; and Eastern Iowa Airport Terminal, Aviation

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 Illinois 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 ;br>
Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and gain hands-on experience supporting mechanical systems design while contributing to projects that shape buildings 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.

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