Environmental Science Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands‑on, meaningful work experience that enhances education and professional aptitude. Interns work side by side with senior staff, receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections through the Developing Professionals Network. The Earth & Environment Team is seeking a full‑time Environmental Science Intern – Summer 2027 to work out of the Roseville, CA or San Francisco, CA office. This temporary position is open to individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. The 12‑week internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, with a flexible start date. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of environmental science tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Environmental Science.
• Assist with field data collection, data analysis, and project execution.
• 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 adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, Environmental Planner, Natural Resources, or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Environmental Science or a related field and a strong desire to advance skills related 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, Environmental Planner, Natural Resources, or related master’s degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Experience using Microsoft and Adobe tools.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Pay

Expected salary range: $22.60 – $30.53 per hour (varies by location, education, experience, and internal equity). WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

Schedule

12‑week full‑time internship, beginning May 17, 2027 (flexible start date).