Civil/Structural Engineering Intern (Renewable Transmission Interconnections) - Summer 2027

WSP • Billings, MT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA’s Power and Energy Team is seeking a full-time Civil/Structural Engineering Intern to work in its Billings, Montana office as part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. This temporary internship is for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The 12-week program is scheduled to begin May 17, 2027, although the individual start date may be flexible. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

The intern will gain hands-on experience on real projects while working with senior staff, and may receive mentorship and networking opportunities through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. The role supports engineering work related to renewable transmission interconnections and is intended to help develop technical, social, and ethical skills. Expected pay is $23.03–$29.96 per hour, depending on factors including education, experience, skills, abilities, and location.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil/Structural Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in consulting engineering, renewable energy, or a related field, 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 abide by 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

• For electrical engineering students, successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection is a plus.
• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Prior internship and/or related engineering experience.
• Passed or scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam; candidates with this qualification will be strongly considered.
• Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, or AUTOCAD, as well as Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of civil/structural 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 follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed