About the role#
WSP is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for our Mission Critical and Data Center team in Herndon, Virginia. This is a full-time, 12-week summer position starting May 17, 2027. You will work alongside senior staff to gain hands-on experience and participate in our professional development network.
What you'll do#
- Support a variety of engineering tasks to build your technical and ethical skills.
- Learn 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 tasks.
- Adhere to company policies regarding conduct, safety, and the use of resources.
- Travel to local project sites as needed.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited Undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- Ability to take direction from managers and mentors.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience with Revit is preferred.
- Prior internship, extracurricular, or campus leadership experience is a plus.
- A track record of prioritizing workplace safety.
Location & details#
- Location: Herndon, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $24.76 to $28.84 per hour.
- Note: 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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