Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work out of our Atlanta, GA office. This 12-week internship supports field and lab testing and project tasks, with a May 17, 2027 start date and flexible start date.

The role targets undergrad or grad students in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, with 18+ years of age and U.S. work authorization. Mentorship from senior staff is provided throughout the program.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in Geotechnical or Civil Eng undergraduate program with Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Interest in Civil/Geotechnical Eng and Construction Materials Testing.
• Ability to take direction and communicate with engineers and non-engineers.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn principles of Civil and Geotechnical Eng.
• Perform field and laboratory tests as directed by CMT Manager and Supervisor.
• Assist with field quality control tests of in-place concrete and density testing.
• Help with project research, preliminary design calculations, and documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Office software

Spreadsheet proficiency

Adaptability

Work authorization

Education

Undergraduate Geotechnical/Civil Eng

Master's/PhD (preferred)

Job description

This Opportunity

USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.

Our Earth & Environment Team is seeking afull-time Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027to work out of ourAtlanta, GAoffice. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate program.

This 12-week internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program that is scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

Your Impact

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering.
• Performs construction-related field and laboratory tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Technician Supervisor.
• Participate in field quality control tests of in place concrete.
• Performs field density testing on soil, concrete, asphalt and other construction materials.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• 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.
• Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Demonstrates interest in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Material Testing, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related, Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $23.90 - $31.11

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.