Description
WSP USA's Civil/Roadway Design Team is seeking a Full-Time Summer Roadway Intern to work out of their Lexington, KY office. The internship will last for 12 weeks, starting on May 17th, 2027.
As a summer intern, you will receive introductory training in roadway design engineering principles related to transportation infrastructure. You will develop a working knowledge of applicable design standards and learn to use the required engineering and design software necessary to support these tasks.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting various engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills
- Learning basic principles of Civil/Roadway Engineering
- Assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Supporting preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates
- 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 accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later
- Must be 18 or older
- Demonstrated interest in Roadway Design and Transportation or related field
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills
- 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:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later
- Experience using Microsoft Office, CADD, GIS, Adobe, and/or Bluebeam products
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus