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Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

5d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Lakewood
  • 28d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Civil Engineering program with a Dec 2025 graduation or later, 18+, skilled in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and authorized to work in the U.S. Prior internships/leadership a plus.
  • You will support engineering tasks, assist with research, fieldwork, design calculations, and documentation, while learning principles of Civil Engineering and adhering to ethical standards.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering Degree, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Site/Civil/Land Development, 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.
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering Degree, or related, Master’s or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or later.
  • Experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office tools,
  • 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 Civil Engineering Intern position?

The internship is scheduled to last for 12 weeks, starting on May 19th, 2025, with some flexibility in the individual start date.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided for this internship?

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

What is the expected salary range for this position in Colorado?

The expected salary range is $20.91 - $28.62, depending on the successful applicant’s education, experience, and skills.

What are the required qualifications for applicants?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering Degree or related Undergraduate program, be 18 years or older, demonstrate a strong interest in Site/Civil/Land Development, and have authorization to work in the United States.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include being enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Civil Engineering or a related field, experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office tools, and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

What type of tasks will the intern be supporting during the internship?

The intern will support a variety of engineering tasks, including project research, field work, preliminary design calculations, preparing final design plans, and maintaining project documentation.

Will interns receive mentorship opportunities?

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

Is this internship open to international students?

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States to be eligible for this internship.

What skills are expected from the intern?

Interns are expected to have competent interpersonal and communication skills, basic proficiency with technical writing and office software, and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

What is WSP’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and they do not discriminate based on race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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