Mechanical Engineering (Transmission) Intern - Summer 2027
About the role
WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to provide hands‑on, meaningful work experience that enhances education and professional aptitude. Interns gain exposure to real projects while working side‑by‑side with senior staff and participate in the Developing Professionals Network for mentorship, networking, and lifelong career connections. The Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full‑Time Mechanical Engineering (Transmission) Intern for the Portland, OR office. This temporary position is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, a 12‑week program scheduled to start May 17, 2027 (with flexible start dates). 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 power practice and energy advisory and intelligent‑grid services.
Responsibilities
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Mechanical 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, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical 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 Civil Engineering or a related field, with 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.
- Authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Qualifications
- Preferred: Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related master’s or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Preferred: Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
Skills
- Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and general technology proficiency.
- Ability to learn basic Mechanical Engineering principles.
- Ability to assist with project research, field work, design calculations, documentation, and cost estimating.