Description
WSP's Power Team is seeking a Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering student for an Overhead Transmission Line Design Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 internship at their Trussville, AL office. This temporary position is open to students currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
As an intern, you will support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Supporting preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates
- Collecting and maintaining project documentation
- Completing training on assigned tasks
- Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
Requirements:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
- Must be 18 or older
- Demonstrated interest in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship
Preferred qualifications include:
- Coursework in structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying
- Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
- Prior internship and/or related designing, drafting, or engineering experience
- Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, and SharePoint