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 through the Developing Professionals Network receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.
The Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full-Time Structural Engineering (Substation) Intern to work out of the Portland, OR office. This temporary position is open to individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program and is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program — a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, with flexible individual start dates. Please note there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
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
Qualifications
Required
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Structural Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
- Must be 18 or older
- Demonstrated interest in Structural Engineering, or 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 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
- Prior internship experience
- Leadership involvement on campus
Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
Schedule
- 12-week summer internship program
- Program start date: May 17, 2027 (individual start dates may be flexible)
- Full-time, temporary position
- No relocation or housing assistance provided