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WSP · 1 month ago

Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

2677 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA, 30324, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22.16/hr - $30.25/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

WSP is a leading engineering firm seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to work in their Atlanta, GA office. The internship provides hands-on experience in engineering tasks, supporting the Earth & Environment Team while gaining exposure to real projects and mentorship opportunities.

Responsibilities

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

Learn basic principles of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering

Performs construction-related field and laboratory tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Technician Supervisor

Participate in field quality control tests of in place concrete

Performs field density testing on soil, concrete, asphalt and other construction materials

Assist 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

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

Geotechnical EngineeringCivil EngineeringConstruction Material TestingTechnical WritingOffice AutomationSpreadsheetsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later

Must be 18 years or older

Demonstrates interest in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Material Testing, 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 Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later

Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus

Company

WSP

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