Transmission Line Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP•Meridian, ID

8d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a full-time Transmission Line Engineering Intern for its Power and Energy Team in the Meridian, Idaho office. The temporary internship is part of WSP’s Summer Internship Program, a 12-week program scheduled to start May 17, 2027; the individual start date may be flexible. Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects, work alongside senior staff, and have access to mentorship and networking through the Developing Professionals Network. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. The intern will support transmission-line design and analysis, project coordination, and engineering deliverables. Work may include assisting with PLSCADD modeling, design calculations, drawings, reports, permit exhibits, and cost estimates, as well as participating in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and occasional field reviews or site visits. The role includes training and collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires adherence to WSP’s safety, ethical conduct, and related policies.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Transmission Line Engineering or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills relevant 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

Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering, or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.
Coursework in structural analysis, steel/wood/concrete design, foundations, soils, surveying, or power systems.
Familiarity with engineering software such as PLSCADD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or MATHCAD.

Responsibilities

Assist with PLSCADD modeling for line layout, spotting, and structure analysis.
Assist with design calculations for structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components.
Assist with developing plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, material lists, and construction packages.
Participate in evaluating route constraints, design criteria, clearances, terrain conditions, and reliability requirements.
Support QA/QC processes for drawings, calculations, and deliverables.
Assist in preparing engineering reports, permit exhibits, and cost estimates.
Participate in internal design reviews and interdisciplinary coordination with civil, environmental, substation, and geotechnical teams.
Assist with occasional field reviews or site visits to support engineering validations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of safety, integrity, and technical excellence.
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.