Civil/Structural Engineering (Substation) Intern - Spring 2027

WSP • Duluth, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a part-time Civil/Structural Engineering Intern to work with its Power and Energy team in the Duluth, Georgia office. This temporary internship is intended for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and is anticipated to take place during the Spring 2026 semester. The posting title references Spring 2027, while the description states Spring 2026.

The intern will gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. The role supports substation structural and civil engineering work, including structures and foundations for substation equipment and electrical components. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, an engineering and professional services firm with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices. Its work serves the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. WSP describes its workplace model as flexible and agile and offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees.

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.
• Interpersonal and communication skills 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

• 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 campus leadership involvement.

Responsibilities

• Support 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network.

What This Job Offers

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