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Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

2mo ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Atlanta
  • Closed

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Material Testing, 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 Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • 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 and Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Performs construction-related field and laboratory tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Technician Supervisor.
  • Participate in field quality control tests of in place concrete.
  • Performs field density testing on soil, concrete, asphalt and other construction materials.
  • 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 Geotechnical Engineering Intern position?

The internship is a 12-week position scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025.

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

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

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later, must be 18 years or older, and have authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Is this internship open to graduate students?

Yes, it is also open to individuals enrolled in a Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.

What type of work will the intern be involved in?

The intern will support a variety of engineering tasks, perform construction-related field and laboratory tests, assist with project research and preliminary design calculations, and support the preparation of final design plans and cost estimates, among other responsibilities.

Will the intern receive mentorship during this program?

Yes, interns will gain mentorship and networking opportunities through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network.

Are there any specific skills required for this internship?

Candidates should have competent interpersonal and communication skills, basic proficiency with technical writing and office software, and a proven track record of upholding workplace safety.

What are the preferred qualifications for this position?

Preferred qualifications include being actively enrolled in an accredited Master's or PhD program in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or a related field, as well as having prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

What locations are available for the internship?

The internship is available in either the Atlanta, GA or Savannah, GA office.

Is there a specific application deadline for this internship?

The job description does not specify an application deadline; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible to secure consideration.

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