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Your Role

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

Their Earth & Environment Team is seeking an Environmental Science Intern - Summer 2025 work out of their Portland, ME office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later. 

Your Impact:

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal of developing technical, social, and ethical skills. 
• Learn basic principles of Environmental Science.
• Assist with project research, fieldwork, and preliminary data analysis and reporting. 
• 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

Required Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, or related, Undergraduate program. 
• 18 years or older.
• Demonstrated interest in environmental remediation 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:

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, or related, Master’s Degree or PhD program. 
• Experience using MS Office Suite programs 
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus. 

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you may get the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug
• 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 USA 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.

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=S-Eo62f80zpWeaTm