Structural Engineering Intern- Summer 2027

WSP • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

WSP USA’s Summer Internship Program offers hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship, networking, and professional connections through the Developing Professionals Network. The SHM/NDE & Inspections team is seeking a full-time Structural Engineering Intern for its Lakewood, Colorado office; Richmond, Virginia will also be considered. This temporary internship is for individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The 12-week summer program is scheduled to start May 17, 2027, although an individual start date may be flexible. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2028 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in structural engineering and inspections 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

• Experience using finite element modeling software, MATLAB, or Python.
• Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of structural 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed