About the role#
WSP is hiring a full-time MEP Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This 12-week program allows you to work alongside senior staff and an assigned MEP mentor to gain hands-on experience on real projects. You will participate in the WSP Summer Internship Program, which starts on May 17, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering tasks to build your technical and professional skills.
- Learn the basic principles of Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing 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.
- Follow company policies, including the Code of Conduct and safety procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, or Architectural Engineering.
- An anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Clear communication skills to explain ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to take direction from managers and mentors.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A commitment to workplace safety and professional conduct.
- Experience with AutoCAD or Revit is preferred.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
- Available locations: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Irvine, San Diego, and Riverside, California.
- Salary range: $23.90 to $32.22 per hour.
- 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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