Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP • San Diego, CA

2d • $24 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work with its Property & Buildings Team in the San Diego, California office. This temporary internship is for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and is part of WSP’s 12-week Summer Internship Program, scheduled to start May 17, 2027; the individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional connections through the Developing Professionals Network. The role supports engineering work and healthcare projects, including research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, and preparation of design documents. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. Expected salary is $23.90–$31.11.

Requirements

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

• 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 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.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern