Mechanical Engineering Intern (Mission Critical/Data Center) - Summer 2027

WSP • Herndon, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is hiring a full-time Mechanical Engineering Intern for its kW Mission Critical team in the Herndon, Virginia office for Summer 2027. 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. The position is for someone currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Interns gain hands-on project experience while working alongside senior staff and may access mentorship and networking opportunities through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

The intern will support mechanical engineering projects through research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, preparation of design materials and cost estimates, and project documentation. The role also includes training on assigned tasks and developing technical, social, and ethical skills. The expected salary range is $24.76–$28.84, with the amount dependent on factors including education, experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Be actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related undergraduate, master’s, or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• 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 abide by 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

• Experience using Revit.
• Prior relevant internship experience, extracurricular involvement, 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.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern