About the role#
WSP is looking for a full-time Transportation Engineering Intern to join our Eastern PA Transportation team for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site at our Philadelphia or Exton, Pennsylvania offices. This 12-week program allows you to work alongside senior staff on real projects to build your technical and professional skills.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
- Support the preparation of final design plans, cost estimates, and special provisions.
- Learn core principles of transportation engineering through training and project tasks.
- Manage project documentation and records.
- Follow company policies, including the Code of Conduct, and maintain ethical standards regarding resources and funds.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Civil Engineering or related undergraduate, master's, or PhD program with a graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Interest in transportation engineering, traffic engineering, or roadway design.
- Ability to follow direction from managers and mentors.
- Basic skills in technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A commitment to workplace safety and professional policies.
- Preferred: Experience with Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, or AutoCAD Civil 3D, along with prior internship or campus leadership experience.
Location & details#
- Locations: Philadelphia, PA and Exton, PA.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12-week program starting May 17, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time and paid.
- 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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