Substation Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP•Spring, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineering Intern to work with its Substation Team in the Spring, Texas office. The internship is part of WSP’s Summer Internship Program, a 12-week program scheduled to begin May 17, 2027. The individual start date may be flexible. It is a temporary position for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking opportunities through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network. The intern will support engineering tasks, learn basic electrical engineering principles, assist with research and field work, and contribute to preliminary analysis and design documentation. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Electrical 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

Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of Electrical 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.