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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Electrical Engineering (Small Utility) Intern - Summer 2027

Salary

$23.90 - $31.11 per hour

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Description

WSP USA is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Intern (Small Utility) to work out of our Lakewood, CO office. This temporary position is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, which runs for 12 weeks starting on May 17th, 2027.

As an intern, you will support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills. Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting engineering tasks to develop technical skills
  • Learning basic principles of Electrical Engineering
  • Working under the guidance of experienced engineers
  • Participating in substation design, including physical, electrical, relaying, and grounding aspects
  • Supporting transmission and distribution projects
  • Gaining experience in system relaying and protection
  • Assisting in collecting and maintaining project documentation
  • Completing training on assigned tasks
  • Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology
  • Anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
  • Demonstrated interest in electrical engineering – power systems, or related field
  • 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 at the start of the internship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited electrical engineering, or related, Master's or PhD program
  • Successful completion of junior-level power system courses
  • Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
  • Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam
  • Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus

Compensation:

  • Expected Pay (Colorado only): $23.90 - $31.11 per hour

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/95351

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