About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship position for Summer 2027 based in Morristown, New Jersey. You will work alongside senior staff on real projects as part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. The 12-week program is scheduled to begin on May 17, 2027, though individual start dates may be flexible. Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance provided.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering tasks to build your technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn foundational principles of Civil 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 tasks.
- Adhere to the WSP Code of Conduct and related company policies.
- Perform additional responsibilities as business needs require.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program for Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering with a graduation date of May 2028 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
- A demonstrated interest in Water Resources Engineering and a desire to advance your professional skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain ideas to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Capability to take direction from leadership and mentors to execute projects.
- Basic proficiency with office software, technical writing, and spreadsheets.
- A track record of upholding workplace safety and the ability to follow health, safety, and harassment policies.
- Preferred: Enrollment in a master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of 2027 or later.
- Preferred: Experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation, and Excel.
- Preferred: Prior internship or campus leadership experience.
Location & details#
- Location: Morristown, New Jersey
- Modality: On-site
- Expected Salary Range: $19 - $30 per hour
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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