About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Electrical Engineering internship based in Minneapolis for Summer 2027. You will work alongside senior staff on real projects as part of a 12-week program starting in May 2027. This position does not offer relocation or housing assistance.
What you'll do#
- Support various engineering tasks to build your technical and professional skills.
- Learn the basic principles of electrical engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
- Help prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete assigned training and follow company policies, including the Code of Conduct.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program for Electrical Engineering, Architectural 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.
- A proven track record of workplace safety and the ability to follow health, safety, and harassment policies.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- Ability to take direction from mentors and managers.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience is preferred.
- Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit is preferred.
- Knowledge of how to read construction plans is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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