Description
WSP USA's Property & Buildings Team is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027 to work in our Philadelphia, PA office. This temporary position is part of the Drexel Co-op Program.
As an Electrical Engineering Co-op, you will gain hands-on experience in projects within the infrastructure, commercial, higher education, science & technology, and healthcare sectors. You will participate in all aspects of electrical engineering and design, including:
- Supporting engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills
- Learning basic principles of Electrical Engineering, such as power distribution design and analysis, lighting design, and low-voltage systems
- Becoming familiar with reading and interpreting building plans and electrical diagrams
- Assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Learning Autodesk Revit to model Electrical, Lighting & Low Voltage components and systems
- Collaborating with senior engineers to develop engineering drawings and specifications
- Traveling to job sites to survey and review existing buildings and construction progress
- Becoming familiar with various engineering standards and codes
- Assisting in collecting and maintaining project documentation
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program through Drexel University
- Anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
- Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Masters or PhD program through Drexel University
- Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
Compensation:
- Expected Pay: $23.90 - $31.11 per hour