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Your role

The Team

• They are a global leader in environmental consulting, made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder, with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences.
• Combined they have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
• 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.

This Opportunity

• The Earth & Environment Team is seeking a Geological Engineering Intern for Summer 2025 to work out at their South Jordan, UT 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.
• This 12-week internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program that is scheduled to start on May 19th.
• The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

Your Impact

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Must be 18 years or older. 
• Learn basic principles of Geological 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

About you

Required Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program.
• Demonstrated interest in Geological Engineering, or related field, 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 Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related, PhD and Master’s Degree program.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Benefits

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

• Health and Wellness Programs
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Plans
• Work-Life Balance Initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Leave Policies
• Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• WSP helps shape the future

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. As an intern, you will gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through their Developing Professionals Network, you will gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.  

Career progression

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. Interns gain valuable experience and networking opportunities, often leading to continued work with the company.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits
• blogs.bsu.edu/cap/2023/12/13/grayson-cates-visit-to-wsp-leads-to-internship-then-full-time-employment/
• youtube.com/@WSPUSA