Description
WSP USA is seeking a Full-Time Emergency Management Intern – Summer 2027 to work out of our Exton, PA office. This temporary position is for individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
As a member of our Emergency Management Team, you will gain valuable experience with Emergency Response and Recovery missions, providing support to communities impacted by disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.
This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, which starts on May 17th, 2027, and lasts for 12 weeks. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
Your Impact
- Support various tasks related to emergency management to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Emergency Management tied to the response of natural disaster events.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- This internship may include traveling to and assisting at a deployment site during a disaster.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Emergency Management or a related field.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- FEMA online certifications.
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
Compensation
- Expected Salary: $20.87 - $28.62