Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP • Lakewood, CO

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About The Position

WSP USA’s Earth & Environment Team is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work from one of its US Mine Waste offices in Lakewood, Colorado; Madison, Wisconsin; St. Louis, Missouri; or Anchorage, Alaska. This temporary, 12-week internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, scheduled to start May 17, 2027, although an individual start date may be flexible. The position 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, and have access to mentorship, networking, and career connections through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. The intern will support the US Mine Waste team with engineering tasks, project research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, design documentation, and related training. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related undergraduate degree program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Demonstrated interest in heavy earthwork, construction, mining, or a related field, and a strong desire to develop 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.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Detail-oriented, with an emphasis on quality work products.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the duration of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to 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.
• Interest or experience in the Mining and/or Mine Waste industry.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering.
• Assist the US Mine Waste team 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 follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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