Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
WSP USA is hiring a full-time Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work with its kW Mission Critical team in the Tempe, Arizona office. The temporary internship is intended 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 on May 17, 2027. The individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking through the Developing Professionals Network. The role supports engineering tasks and project research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, preparation of design plans and cost estimates, and project documentation. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Be actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Be 18 or older.
- Demonstrate interest in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills related 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 upholding 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 Mechanical Engineering or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Experience using AutoCAD, Revit, load calculation software (Trace3D), and the full Microsoft Office Suite.
- Prior relevant internship experience or extracurricular and leadership involvement on campus.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering tasks to develop 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 comply with 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
