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 Property & Buildings Team in the Minneapolis, Minnesota office. The temporary internship is part of WSP’s 12-week Summer Internship Program, scheduled to start 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 opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. The intern will support engineering work while developing technical, social, and ethical skills and learning basic mechanical engineering principles. The position is intended for someone currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later. The expected salary range is $23.03–$29.96; the posting does not specify the pay period.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Architectural Engineering, 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.
- Proven 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 a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Mechanical 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 adhere to 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
