Geology Intern – Winter/Spring 2027

WSP • Wilmington, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is hiring a part-time, temporary Geology Intern for the Winter and Spring 2027 semesters. The internship is based in the Wilmington, North Carolina office and is intended for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

The intern will support engineering and geology work while developing technical, social, and ethical skills. Duties include learning basic geology principles; assisting with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis; supporting preparation of design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates; and collecting and maintaining project documentation. The intern will complete training on assigned tasks, follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies, and take on additional responsibilities as business needs require.

The expected salary range is $21.74–$28.27. Compensation may vary based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location. WSP may also offer additional benefits or compensation depending on circumstances.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in geology or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including expressing 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Geology, Environmental Science, or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
• Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of geology.
• Assist with 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed