WSP in the U.S. · 15 hours ago
Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
Syracuse, NY
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19.13/hr - $30/hr
Start in 2026 SummerWSP USA is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. The role involves supporting engineering tasks, learning about civil engineering principles, and gaining hands-on experience while working alongside senior staff.
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Responsibilities
Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills
Learn basic principles of Civil Engineering
Work under the guidance of experienced staff
Learn to design substation structures
Gain experience with designing foundations and related facilities
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
Qualification
Required
Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later
Must be 18 or older
Demonstrated interest in consulting engineering, electric utility industry, 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
Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Undergraduate, Master's, or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later
Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, surveying, hydraulics, and hydrology
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position
Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc. as well as Microsoft Excel is beneficial
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them? With us, you can.
Founded in 1980
10001+ employees
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