Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA is hiring a full-time, temporary Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 with its Property & Buildings team in the Arlington, Virginia office. The 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 intern’s individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, as well as mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. Expected salary is $23.90–$32.22; compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Demonstrated interest in Mechanical 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.
- 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.
- Leadership involvement on campus.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering.
- 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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
