Civil Engineering Intern- Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA’s Atlanta Roadway team is seeking a full-time Civil Engineering Intern for its Atlanta (Buckhead) office as part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. The temporary internship is for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The 12-week program is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, although the individual start date may be flexible. The intern will gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. The role supports engineering work and helps develop technical, social, and ethical skills. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in roadway and roadway-related drainage design and a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
- 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
- Experience using OpenRoads Designer or MicroStation.
- Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.
- Enrollment in an accredited Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering or related, master’s, or Ph.D. program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
Responsibilities
- Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of civil 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.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
