About the role#
WSP is hiring a Civil Engineering Intern for our Power and Energy team in Las Vegas. This full-time, 12-week summer internship starts on May 17, 2027. You will work alongside senior staff on real projects to gain hands-on experience in renewable energy and power delivery. This position is part of our summer program and offers exposure to mentorship and networking through our Developing Professionals Network.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering tasks while learning core Civil Engineering principles.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design analysis.
- Help prepare final design plans, cost estimates, and special provisions.
- Support the developer interconnection process for renewable energy projects.
- Assist with design efforts for renewable collector substations and transmission gen-tie civil or structural components.
- Perform design calculations following standards like IEEE, NEC, NESC, and ASCE.
- Help senior engineers with quality control checks and maintain project documentation.
- Complete assigned training and adhere to company safety and conduct policies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Undergraduate program for Civil Engineering or a related field.
- An anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Interest in consulting engineering or the renewable energy sector.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to take direction from managers and mentors.
- A commitment to workplace safety and professional ethics.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Duration: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $23.03 - $29.96 per hour.
- Note: No relocation or housing assistance is provided for this position.
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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