Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA is hiring a full-time Civil Engineering Intern for its Summer 2027 Internship Program, working with the Civil Team in the Charlotte, North Carolina office. This temporary internship is intended for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The 12-week program is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, though the individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, as well as mentorship, networking, and professional connections through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Civil Engineering or related degree program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Demonstrate interest in Site/Civil/Land Development 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
- Experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.
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, 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 follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Benefits
- Mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional connections through the Developing Professionals Network.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
