Civil/Structural Engineering (Transmission Lines) Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

WSP is seeking a Full‑Time Civil/Structural Engineering (Transmission Lines) Intern for the upcoming summer to work out of the Maitland, FL office. This temporary position is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program and is open to students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Interns gain hands‑on experience on real projects, work alongside senior staff, and receive mentorship through the Developing Professionals Network. WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management, strengthened by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. and the integration of TRC Companies, expanding its energy advisory and intelligent grid services. Please note that relocation or housing assistance is not provided for this internship.

Schedule

The internship is a 12‑week program scheduled to begin on May 17, 2027, with flexibility for individual start dates.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Transmission Line Engineering.
• Participate in all aspects of transmission line design for new installations, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic enhancements.
• Use PLS CADD modeling software and aerial imagery to map and represent transmission line routes.
• Collaborate directly with utility stakeholders and construction partners.
• Gain expertise in model design, construction material procurement, and creation of professional drawings for construction purposes.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related undergraduate or Master program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated interest in transmission lines or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills relevant to WSP’s work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Capable of taking 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.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related undergraduate or Master program.
• Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design, and surveying.
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially related to civil and/or structural engineering, is desirable.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Technical writing proficiency.
• Office automation and software proficiency.
• Spreadsheet and technology tool proficiency.
• Workplace safety awareness and compliance.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.