About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for the Summer 2027 term. You will work within our Power and Energy team to gain hands-on experience on real projects. You will work alongside senior staff members to develop your technical, social, and ethical skills in a professional environment.
What you'll do#
- Support various engineering tasks to build your professional aptitude.
- Learn the basic principles of Civil and Mechanical Engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Help prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks and follow company policies regarding resources and conduct.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited Civil or Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program.
- An anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, and related tools.
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Ability to take direction from leadership and mentors to execute projects.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
- This is an on-site position.
- The internship is scheduled for 10-12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027.
- Compensation is $23.90 to $31.11 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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