Civil/Structural Engineering (Substation) Intern - Spring 2027

WSP•Duluth, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is offering a part-time, temporary Civil/Structural Engineering internship in its Power and Energy practice, based in the Duluth, Georgia office. The internship is intended for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and provides hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. The posting identifies the internship as taking place during the Spring 2026 semester, although the title says Spring 2027. The intern will support structural and civil engineering work for substations, including designing structures and foundations that support substation equipment and electrical components. The role also involves project research, field work, design calculations and analysis, preparation of design plans and cost estimates, and project documentation. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Civil Engineering or related program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering 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.
Proven 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

Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Successful completion of junior-level courses in structural analysis and/or steel or concrete design.
Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Apply structural engineering principles to design structures and foundations supporting substation equipment and electrical components.
Assist with project research, field work, 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.