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Civil Engineering Intern- Fall 2024

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WSP

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Cleveland

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program, possess good communication skills, have basic technical writing proficiency, and be authorized to work in the U.S. Preferred: AutoCAD experience and prior internships.
  • You will assist with engineering tasks, learn Civil Engineering principles, conduct project research, support design preparations, maintain documentation, and ensure ethical decision-making.

Requirements

  • Required Qualifications
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program.
  • Demonstrated interest in Civil 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, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
  • 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
  • Experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft applications.
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Learn basic principles of Civil Engineering.
  • Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
  • Support preparation of final 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 regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is a temporary position that is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, scheduled for 12 weeks starting on May 19th, 2025.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance available?

No, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related undergraduate program, demonstrate interest in Civil Engineering, and possess competent interpersonal and communication skills.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, preferred qualifications include experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft applications, as well as prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Will interns receive mentorship and networking opportunities?

Yes, interns will gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections through the Developing Professionals Network at WSP.

What types of tasks will interns be expected to support?

Interns will support a variety of engineering tasks, including project research, field work, design calculations, preparation of final design plans, and maintaining project documentation.

Is it necessary to have prior work experience to apply for this internship?

While prior work experience is not explicitly required, a demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering and relevant skills are important for applicants.

Are interns authorized to work in the United States during their internship?

Yes, candidates must have authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

What is the work setting for this internship?

This internship will be conducted in the Cleveland, OH office of WSP USA.

What benefits does WSP provide to its employees?

WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings, focused on providing health and financial stability throughout an employee's career.

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