Civil Engineering Intern- Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA is hiring a full-time Civil Engineering Intern for its Civil/Roadway Engineering Team in Tempe, Arizona. This is a temporary summer internship for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The internship is part of WSP’s 12-week Summer Internship Program, scheduled to begin May 17, 2027; the individual start date may be flexible. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers on transportation infrastructure projects throughout Arizona, including roadway and highway improvements, intersection design, and infrastructure development for state and local agencies. The role provides hands-on project experience, mentorship, networking, and exposure to roadway design software and engineering practices.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Civil or Transportation Engineering, particularly roadway and highway infrastructure design, and a strong desire to advance related skills.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Ability to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in an accredited Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering undergraduate or graduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Familiarity with engineering design software such as Bentley MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D.
- Basic understanding of roadway geometric design, engineering drawings, and transportation infrastructure.
- Familiarity with engineering principles and standards related to roadway design.
- Prior internship experience, engineering-related project work, or leadership involvement on campus.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Civil and Transportation Engineering.
- Assist with roadway design, including horizontal and vertical alignments, roadway cross sections, intersection layouts, and grading.
- Assist with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations, and analysis.
- Support preparation of engineering plans, specifications, quantity calculations, and construction cost estimates.
- Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
- Assist with engineering calculations, technical evaluations, and preliminary design analysis.
- Support preparation and organization of project documentation, design files, and technical reports.
- Gain exposure to roadway design software, including Bentley MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Complete training on assigned tasks and incorporate feedback from engineers and mentors.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Benefits
- Mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network.
- Exposure to real projects and hands-on work experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
