Intern, Electrical/Electronics Engineering

WSP Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada in Edmonton is offering an Intern, Electrical/Electronics Engineering role to gain hands-on exposure to the design and delivery of Integrated Technology Systems within our M&E Technology Team.

You will develop technical skills through project work, mentorship, and exposure to IT, Security, and Audio Visual solutions, while coordinating with consultants and contractors to meet deadlines. This internship helps build a foundation for a successful engineering career.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Electrical or Electronics Engineering program or pursuing a related diploma.
• Working knowledge of Revit/BIM/AutoCAD.
• Desire to pursue professional engineering designation (P.Eng / P.Eng (L) or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Support review and development of building technology systems designs and drawings (IT, Security, AV).
• Assist with field data collection, analysis, and project coordination.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, sketches, and technical reports.
• Provide technical advice to clients and project teams.
• Help manage priorities while maintaining quality, deadlines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

Revit/BIM/AutoCAD

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Launch your career by supporting innovative building technology projects that connect people, spaces, and communities. As an Intern, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, you will work alongside experienced professionals within our M&E Technology Team, gaining hands‑on exposure to the design and delivery of Integrated Technology Systems. This is an opportunity to develop technical expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and build the foundation for a successful engineering career.

Your Impact

• Support the review and development of Building Technology Systems designs and drawings, including IT, Security, and Audio Visual solutions.
• Assist with field data collection, analysis, and project coordination activities.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, sketches, technical reports and papers.
• Assist in providing technical advice to clients and project teams (consultants and contractors).
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to quality, accuracy, and deadlines.
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and continuous improvement of company practice systems.
• Grow your technical and professional skills through meaningful project work and mentorship opportunities.
  

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Electrical or Electronics Engineering program, or pursuing a Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology.
• Working knowledge of Revit/BIM/AutoCAD.
• Desire to work toward P.Eng/P.Eng (L) or equivalent designation.
• Ability to identify technical challenges and opportunities and develop practical solutions.
• Experience working effectively within virtual and multidisciplinary team environments.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
• Driver's License (Class 5) and access to a vehicle with insurance is preferred.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $24.80 - $32.65 per hour
MB & ON: $23.20 - $30.55 per hour
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $22.20 - $30.55 per hour

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Launch Your Career with WSP

Ready to turn classroom knowledge into real-world impact?

Join a team of innovators, collaborate with industry experts, and gain practical experience working on projects that help shape smarter, safer, and more connected environments. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .