Description
WSP USA's Houston Bridge Team is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern- Structural/Bridge to work out of their Houston, TX office. This temporary position is for individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
As a summer intern, you will have the opportunity to participate in a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
Your Impact:
- Support various engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Structural Engineering.
- Assist in design using various types of CADD design software.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Support preparation of final design plans, calculations, and cost estimates.
- Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are: Required Qualifications
- Current or incoming Graduate student actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering Graduate program in the field of Structural Engineering.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Experience with basic computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
- Self-motivated with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must have completed basic foundational courses: Intro to Engineering, Engineering Drafting Course.
- Demonstrated interest in bridge design or a related field, with a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others.
- 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 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
- Prior internship experience, leadership experience, or relevant coursework.
- Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoad.
- Preferred EIT License.
- BS Degree in Civil Engineering – Structural or related field.