Bridge Structural Engineering Intern - Houston

WSP Global Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is offering a Structural/Bridge internship at our Houston, TX office as part of the Summer Internship Program. Open to undergrad or graduate students enrolled in Civil Engineering, this 12-week assignment starts May 17, 2027, with flexible start dates.

You will gain hands-on experience by supporting design tasks, field work, and preliminary calculations while learning basic structural engineering principles and using CADD tools. No relocation assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate student actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering graduate program.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience with basic computer software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Self-motivated with strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have completed basic foundational courses: Intro to Engineering, Engineering Drafting Course.
• Demonstrated interest in bridge design or related field and a desire to advance skills.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership and mentors on projects.
• Authorization to work in the United States at internship start.
• Competent with basic technical writing and office tools.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Structural Engineering.
• Assist in design using various types of CADD design software.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of final design plans, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• 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.
• Note: there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering graduate program

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (structural) — preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Teams

Job description

WSP USA is offering a Structural/Bridge internship at our Houston, TX office as part of the Summer Internship Program. Open to undergrad or graduate students enrolled in Civil Engineering, this 12-week assignment starts May 17, 2027, with flexible start dates.

You will gain hands-on experience by supporting design tasks, field work, and preliminary calculations while learning basic structural engineering principles and using CADD tools. No relocation assistance is provided.