Structural Engineering (Substation) 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 Structural Engineering (Substation) Intern to work out of the Freeport, ME office; other locations that may be considered include Hallowell, ME; Syracuse, NY; Ann Arbor, MI; and New York, NY. This temporary position is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, a 12‑week program scheduled to start on May 17, 2027 (with flexible start dates). Interns will support WSP’s global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management, bolstered by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. and the integration of TRC Companies.
Responsibilities
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Structural 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 Structural 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 Structural Engineering, 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
- Experience using structural and foundation design software such as Risa3D, STAAD.Pro, and/or L‑Pile.
- Experience using calculation software such as Mathcad.
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
Skills
Technical writing, office automation, software applications, spreadsheets, and general technology tools.
Benefits
- Flexible and agile workplace model.
- Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings plans focused on health and financial stability.
Pay
Expected pay range: $22.17 – $32.22 per hour (based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location). WSP USA may pay more or less than