About the role#
WSP is seeking a full-time Civil Engineering Co-op to join our New England Civil Transportation team for the Winter 2027 term. This position runs from January through June 2027 and offers the chance to work alongside senior staff on public infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on experience in transportation engineering while developing your technical and professional skills.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering tasks to build your technical and ethical skills.
- Learn the basic principles of civil engineering and transportation design.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
- Help prepare final design plans, cost estimates, and special provisions.
- Collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete required training and follow company policies regarding conduct and resources.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate, masters, or PhD program in Civil Engineering or a related field at Northeastern University, with a graduation date of June 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Strong interest in civil transportation engineering and a desire to advance your skills.
- Good communication skills and the ability to take direction from mentors and managers.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam software is preferred.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Boston, Massachusetts, with the possibility of working out of our Worcester, Massachusetts office.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- Please note that no relocation or housing assistance is provided.
About WSP
WSP is a professional services firm based in Montreal, Quebec. It provides expertise in engineering, advisory, and science-based services across sectors like transport, infrastructure, and energy. The company operates in more than 50 countries. It employs approximately 72,630 people.
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