Bridge Engineering Intern- Summer 2027

WSP•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is hiring a full-time Bridge Engineering Intern for its Summer 2027 Internship Program, based in the Indianapolis office. The temporary internship is intended for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and provides hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, as well as mentorship and networking through the Developing Professionals Network. The 12-week program is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, though the individual start date may be flexible. Interns will learn basic bridge engineering principles and support engineering tasks, project research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, design plans, special provisions, cost estimates, and project documentation. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

Be actively enrolled in an accredited Civil/Structural Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Be at least 18 years old.
Demonstrate interest in bridge engineering or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
Have competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Be capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
Have basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Have a proven track record of upholding workplace safety and the ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Be authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Be actively enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science, related master’s, or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Experience using Bentley MicroStation and Microsoft Suite.
Prior internship experience and campus leadership involvement.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of bridge engineering.
Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.