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Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

18d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You must be a Mechanical Engineering undergrad graduating August 2025 or later, 18+, with strong communication skills, technical proficiency, safety commitment, and prior intern/leadership experience.
  • You will assist with engineering tasks, project research, design calculations, and documentation while learning Mechanical Engineering principles and adhering to ethical conduct.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 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, 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.
  • 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 Mechanical 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 part of a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 19, 2025.

Can I adjust my start date if needed?

Yes, the individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later and must be 18 or older.

Will I receive any mentorship during the internship?

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

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

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

What are some of the responsibilities I will have as a Mechanical Engineering intern?

Interns will support a variety of engineering tasks, assist with project research, fieldwork, preliminary design calculations, preparation of final design plans, and documentation maintenance.

What skills are preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

What is the expected hourly wage for this internship?

The expected salary ranges from $19.13 to $30.00 per hour based on various factors.

Are there any safety policies I need to follow during the internship?

Yes, interns are required to uphold workplace safety and abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Will I be authorized to work in the U.S. at the start of the internship?

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

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