About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in the New York City office for the Summer 2027 season. You will join the NYC Water Team to gain hands-on experience by working alongside senior staff on real projects. The program lasts 12 weeks, beginning May 17, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering tasks to build technical and professional skills.
- Learn principles of Civil and Environmental Engineering with a focus on water resources.
- 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 modules 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 Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Graduation date of May 2027 or later.
- Coursework in areas such as watershed hydrology, fluid mechanics, open channel flow, groundwater, or water resources engineering.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Suite, technical writing, and engineering software.
- Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Preferred experience includes ArcGIS, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and hydrologic or hydraulic modeling software.
- Prior internships, campus leadership, or involvement in professional engineering organizations is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to take direction from managers and mentors.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York
- Work Modality: On-site
- Compensation: $19 to $30 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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