Mechanical Intern Technician | Germantown, MD

Mechanical Intern Technician Germantown MD

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 Intern Technician in Germantown MD. Over 10-12 weeks youll assist in the analysis design and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while working closely with experienced engineers and consultants on real project work.

In this role youll support project documentation coordination and site observations while working within project budgets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. Youll contribute to work in government/municipal and science & technology markets advancing high-performance energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Germantown MD

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Government/Municipal and Science & Technology

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office 10-12 week summer program

Program Length: 10-12 week summer program

Sponsorship: U.S. citizenship required federal contract

What Youll Do

• Assist with design portions of mechanical systems projects according to code and IMEG standards
• Assist with researching resources for commercially available equipment
• Assist with client relations project design notebook updates 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

What Youll Bring

Required Education

• Pursuing an Associates Degree utilizing Autodesk Civil 3D or equivalent software tools or engineering required

Required Skills/Abilities

• May be required to assist with field duties such as surveying and materials testing
• Strong interest in design consulting
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office programs CAD software and BIM
• 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

• Do work that matters supporting mission-critical federal healthcare research laboratory and secure facility projects where reliability redundancy and safety directly support the clients mission.
• Work on technically challenging projects for major clients and agencies including NIH NIST NAVFAC USACE University of Maryland Morgan State University and private-sector research clients.
• Collaborate with a seasoned multidisciplinary team of Professional Engineers LEED Accredited Professionals energy modeling experts CFD specialists lighting designers commissioning professionals and healthcare facility design experts.
• Be part of a collaborative trust-based culture with hybrid work schedules strong mentorship technical growth and meaningful ownership of project outcomes.

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 Maryland 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 candidates experience education knowledge skills abilities and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership 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 .

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today and gain hands-on experience supporting meaningful projects that serve clients communities and the built environment.

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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