Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern - Summer 2027
About the Role
WSP USA’s Power and Energy practice is seeking a full‑time Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern for its Fort Worth, TX office. This temporary position is open to individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. The internship runs for 12 weeks, scheduled to start on May 17 2027, with a flexible individual start date. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
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.
- 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.
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering (or related) undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 years of age 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, able to express ideas effectively to both 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using [Insert Technical Skills or Programs].
- Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.
Schedule
This is a 12‑week summer internship beginning on May 17 2027, with flexibility for an individual start date.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement savings plan
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices, WSP designs lasting solutions across buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. The firm offers a flexible, agile workplace model and a comprehensive suite of benefits aimed at supporting health and financial stability throughout employees’ careers.