Electrical Engineering Intern (Mission Critical/Data Center) - Fall 2026 - Spring 2027

WSP•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineering Intern for its kW Mission Critical team, working from the New York, New York office during the fall 2026 through spring 2027 semesters. This temporary internship is intended for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff and receive mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

Be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Be 18 years of age or older.
Demonstrate an interest in Electrical Engineering or a related field and a strong desire to develop skills relevant 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 workplace safety and the ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Be willing and able to travel to local project sites.
Be authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Be actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Experience using Revit.
Prior relevant internship experience or extracurricular and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of electrical engineering.
Assist with project research, field work, 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.