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WSP in the U.S. · 3 days ago

Mine Waste Intern - Summer 2026

Tucson, AZ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20.91/hr - $26.45/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

WSP USA is a leading engineering firm offering hands-on internship opportunities. The Mine Waste Intern will support engineering tasks, engage in project research, and assist with design calculations while gaining valuable mentorship and experience in the field.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills

Learn basic principles of Civil, Geological, and Geotechnical Engineering

Assist our US Mine Waste team 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 and health, safety, and environmental standards

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

Qualification

Civil EngineeringGeological EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringAnalytical SkillsOffice Software ProficiencyTechnical WritingDesire to LearnInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsDetail-oriented

Required

Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil, Geological, Hydro-Geological, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering Degree or related Undergraduate degree with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later

Must be 18 or older

Demonstrated interest in heavy earthwork, construction, or mining, 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

Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills

Basic proficiency with office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools

Desire to learn through mentorship or self-directedly

Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products

Ability to travel up to 80% of the duration of employment

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

Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil, Geological, Hydro-geological, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later

Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus