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Your Role

WSP transportation Team is seeking a Full Time Civil Engineering to work out of their New York, NY office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.

This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in their 12-week program scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

Your Impact

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal of developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Civil Engineering.
• Assist with project research, fieldwork, 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.
• Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

About You

Who You Are:

Required Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering, or related fields, and have 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 an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive 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, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft Tools
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus

Compensation & Benefits

The pay for this role will be $19.13 - $30.00 per hour. If you join as a full-time employee, you may get the following benefits:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Supplemental Health
• 401(k)
• Compensation and Career
• Health Savings and Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and BTA Insurance
• Additional Protection Options
• Time Away from Work
• Employee Discounts

Training & Development 

Nationally recognized as a Top 100 Internship Program, WSP hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Their interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through their Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.

Career Progress

WSP internships provide a clear path to full-time employment, as demonstrated by a past intern's transition from an intern to a permanent role. He noted that during his internship, he had the chance to lead his own research project and present his findings, showcasing the hands-on opportunities available. Also, WSP fosters professional development and networking through various initiatives, including webinars where interns can gain insights from company experts and exchange advice. Thus, these experiences highlight WSP’s commitment to nurturing talent and supporting career growth.

How to apply

This role is available in multiple locations: New York, Philadelphia, Milwaukee, and San Bernardino. You can submit your application for the location that best suits your preference.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• rewardsatwsp.com/New-to-WSP
• blogs.bsu.edu/cap/2023/12/13/grayson-cates-visit-to-wsp-leads-to-internship-then-full-time-employment/
• youtu.be/RFC18kzJmCM?si=GpqjF5wJx0zgpvpt