Electrical Engineering Intern: Traffic & ITS Design

WSP in the U.S.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA invites qualified undergraduates to join our Summer Electrical Internship in Lexington, KY, with Louisville as a secondary location. You will gain hands‑on experience in transportation engineering, including traffic signals and roadway lighting, while working with senior staff on live projects.

The 12‑week program begins May 17, 2027, with training and real project tasks to build technical and professional skills in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related undergraduate program with graduation after 12/2027.
• Must be 18 or older and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Interest in Electrical Engineering and transportation projects is essential.
• Able to communicate clearly to engineers and non‑engineers.
• Basic writing, office software, and technical tools proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
• Support final design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Help collect and organize project documentation.
• Learn design standards and supporting software through practice.
• Contribute to safety and ethical standards on projects.
• Collaborate with mentors and team members on tasks.
• Perform additional duties as needed by the project.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Education

Electrical Engineering undergraduate program

Masters or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CADD / GIS (preferred)

Bluebeam / Adobe

Job description

WSP USA invites qualified undergraduates to join our Summer Electrical Internship in Lexington, KY, with Louisville as a secondary location. You will gain hands‑on experience in transportation engineering, including traffic signals and roadway lighting, while working with senior staff on live projects.

The 12‑week program begins May 17, 2027, with training and real project tasks to build technical and professional skills in a collaborative setting.