Geotechnical Intern: Mine Waste Field & Design Summer 2027

WSP Global Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 to work out of our Reno, NV Mine Waste office. This 12-week internship is for students enrolled in Civil/Geotechnical programs and is expected to begin May 17, 2027.

The position is full-time and located in Reno, Nevada. You will support a variety of engineering tasks, learn basic geotechnical principles, assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations, and help prepare design plans and cost

Qualifications

• Must possess strong writing and communication abilities to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to analyze data and interpret results for engineering decisions.
• Demonstrated interest in heavy earthwork, construction, or mining related fields.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic Civil and Geotechnical Engineering principles.
• Assist Mine Waste team with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analyses.
• Support preparation of final design plans, cost estimates, and special provisions.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Eng degree

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 to work out of our Reno, NV Mine Waste office. This 12-week internship is for students enrolled in Civil/Geotechnical programs and is expected to begin May 17, 2027.

The position is full-time and located in Reno, Nevada. You will support a variety of engineering tasks, learn basic geotechnical principles, assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations, and help prepare design plans and cost