Electrical Engineering Intern: Power Systems & Substation Design

WSP in the U.S.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Networking opportunities

Summer internship program

Job summary

WSP USA’s Lakewood, CO office seeks a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Intern (Small Utility) for its Summer Internship Program. This 12-week opportunity starts May 17, 2027, with the start date flex depending on the student.

Interns will gain hands-on exposure to real projects alongside senior staff in power delivery and energy advisory domains. You will learn electrical engineering fundamentals, participate in substation design, transmission and distribution projects, and document project

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in ABET-accredited electrical engineering or EE technology program with anticipated graduation Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Interest in power systems and desire to advance skills related to WSP’s projects.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to take direction from mentors and leaders to execute tasks.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to policy.
• Authorization to work in the United States at internship start.

Responsibilities

• Assist with substation design including physical, electrical, relaying, and grounding aspects.
• Support transmission and distribution projects and system protection studies.
• Help collect and maintain project documentation.
• Learn basic electrical engineering principles under supervision.
• Adhere to WSP Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Technical writing

Office software

Education

ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Electrical engineering technology (ABET)

Tools

MATHCAD

SOLIDWORKS

AUTOCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WSP USA’s Lakewood, CO office seeks a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Intern (Small Utility) for its Summer Internship Program. This 12-week opportunity starts May 17, 2027, with the start date flex depending on the student.

Interns will gain hands-on exposure to real projects alongside senior staff in power delivery and energy advisory domains. You will learn electrical engineering fundamentals, participate in substation design, transmission and distribution projects, and document project