Description
WSP USA's Property & Buildings Team is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027. This temporary position is part of the Drexel Co-op Program and takes place from March 29th to August 20th, 2027.
As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op, you will support engineering tasks, learn basic principles of Mechanical (HVAC) Engineering, and become familiar with reading and interpreting building plans and mechanical diagrams. Your responsibilities include:
- Supporting various engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills
- Learning basic principles of Mechanical (HVAC) Engineering
- Becoming familiar with reading and interpreting building plans and mechanical diagrams
- Assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis
- Learning Autodesk Revit to model mechanical airside and hydronic components and systems
- Collaborating with senior engineers to develop engineering drawings and specifications
- Travelling 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
- Completing training on assigned tasks
- Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
The expected pay for this position is $23.90 - $31.11 per hour.
Required Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program through Drexel University with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
- Must be 18 or older
- Demonstrated interest in Mechanical Engineering, or related, field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others
- 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 Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Masters or PhD program through Drexel University with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later
- Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus