Description
WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude.
The Transportation Team at WSP USA is seeking a Full-Time Civil Engineering Intern to work out of the Brentwood, TN or Knoxville, TN office. This temporary position is for individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
As a summer intern, you will participate in a 12-week program starting on May 17, 2027. The internship offers the opportunity to support various engineering tasks, learn basic principles of Civil Engineering, and assist with project research and preliminary design calculations.
Responsibilities:
- Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Civil Engineering and design software.
- Assist with project research and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Support preparation of design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required.
Requirements:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering or a 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.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Masters or PhD program.
- Experience using Bentley’s OpenRoads Designer.
- Prior internship or leadership involvement.