About the role#
WSP is seeking a full-time Transportation Planning Intern for our Summer 2027 program. Based in Philadelphia, this 12-week internship offers exposure to multimodal, corridor, and community planning projects. You will work alongside senior staff to support public and private-sector clients. This position follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation to be on-site or in the office three days a week.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research and literature studies for transportation projects.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret demographic, land use, traffic, and environmental data.
- Create maps, graphics, and supporting materials for reports and presentations.
- Assist in developing planning alternatives, project recommendations, and case studies.
- Draft reports, technical memoranda, and other project deliverables.
- Coordinate and conduct fieldwork and data collection tasks.
- Help organize and attend public and stakeholder meetings.
- Complete assigned training and adhere to company policies, including the Code of Conduct.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Undergraduate, Masters, or PhD program in Planning, Transportation Engineering, Geography, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
- Demonstrated interest in transportation planning.
- Ability to present ideas and solutions to clients and executives.
- Strong critical-thinking skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Online is preferred.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) is a plus.
- Familiarity with U.S. Census Bureau data and analysis tools like Python, R, SPSS, or Microsoft Excel.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027, starting May 17, 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- 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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