Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA is offering a full-time, temporary summer internship with its Property & Buildings Team in the San Diego, California office. The internship is part of WSP’s Summer Internship Program, a 12-week program scheduled to start May 17, 2027; an individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects, work alongside senior staff, and receive mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. The role is intended for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Be actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Be 18 or older.
- Demonstrate interest in Electrical Engineering 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
- Prior internship experience.
- Leadership involvement on campus.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Electrical Engineering.
- Assist with healthcare 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 adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Benefits
- Mentorship, networking opportunities, and career connections through the Developing Professionals Network.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
