Geology Intern - Summer 2027 (Oakland/Rancho Cordova)

WSP; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA invites motivated undergraduates to join our Earth & Environment team as a Geology Intern for Summer 2027 in Oakland, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA. This 12-week program begins May 17, 2027, with flexible start dates.

You’ll work alongside senior staff on real projects, gaining mentorship, networking, and hands-on experience. Open to students in Geology or Environmental Science with August 2027 or later graduation, this internship emphasizes field work, data analysis, and documentation while

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in Geology, Environmental Science, or related undergrad program with anticipated Aug 2027 graduation or later.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Authorized to work in the United States at internship start date.
• Able to pass client-mmandated drug/alcohol testing and HAZWOPER physical.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Geology and/or Environmental Science.
• Assist with project research, field work, data analysis, and reporting.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Assist in preparing project drawings and maps.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• No relocation or housing assistance provided.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

MS Office / Excel

Education

Undergraduate Geology/Environmental Science

Master’s/PhD in Geology/Environmental Science

Tools

Excel

Job description

WSP USA invites motivated undergraduates to join our Earth & Environment team as a Geology Intern for Summer 2027 in Oakland, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA. This 12-week program begins May 17, 2027, with flexible start dates.

You’ll work alongside senior staff on real projects, gaining mentorship, networking, and hands-on experience. Open to students in Geology or Environmental Science with August 2027 or later graduation, this internship emphasizes field work, data analysis, and documentation while