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Transit and Rail Engineering Intern- Summer 2025

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WSP

28d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Raleigh

AI generated summary

  • You must be a Civil Engineering major graduating Spring 2025+, 18+, interested in transit, with communication skills, technical proficiency, safety awareness, and U.S. work authorization.
  • You will support engineering tasks, assist with BRT design, conduct project research, prepare design plans and cost estimates, collect documentation, complete training, and adhere to company policies.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Bus Rapid Transit, Light Rail 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.

Responsibilities

  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Learn basic principles of Transit and Rail Engineering.
  • Support our BRT design team and explore rapid transit systems across the country.
  • Assist with project research, 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 the WSP Summer Internship Program and is scheduled to last 12 weeks, starting on May 19, 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship will be based out of the Raleigh or Charlotte, NC office, with Atlanta, Georgia also being considered as a location.

What degree programs are eligible for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2025 or later.

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 the required qualifications for applicants?

Applicants must be 18 or older, enrolled in a relevant degree program, have a demonstrated interest in Bus Rapid Transit, and possess good communication skills, among other qualifications listed in the job description.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include experience using MicroStation, Openroads, or AutoCAD, as well as prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Will I receive training during the internship?

Yes, interns will complete training on assigned tasks during their internship.

What kind of tasks will I be supporting during the internship?

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

Do I need to be authorized to work in the United States?

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

Is experience required for applying to this internship?

While prior internship experience is preferred, it is not explicitly required. The focus is on candidates actively enrolled in relevant degree programs.

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