Infrastructure Advisory Associate: Early Career

WSP in the U.S.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks undergraduates for the Advisory & Planning Associate Program in Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; or San Francisco, CA with an August 2027 start. Ideal candidates are December 2026–June 2027 grads passionate about infrastructure and eager to work on public and private sector projects across funding, policy, and analysis.

Associates collaborate with industry leaders to apply evolving requirements, supporting development of asset management and capital programs nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in civil engineering, business, economics, finance, urban or transportation planning, policy, computer/data science, environmental science, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Demonstrated research skills and experience
• Ability to think creatively, work independently, and deliver high quality work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment, synthesize problems, and communicate point of view and analytical results
• Proactive and curious about exploring new fields and meeting new people
• Proficiency with technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
• Interest or experience in the infrastructure industry and related sectors
• 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
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Responsibilities

• Analyzing needs and opportunities
• Researching and reporting out on industry trends
• Evaluating alternatives and priorities
• Developing the business case for infrastructure investments
• Writing reports and grant applications
• Supporting client meetings and workshops
• Analyzing project and program funding and financing options
• Reviewing and interpreting legislation and guidance
• Performing quantitative analyses and data analytics
• Developing financial models
• Providing strategic support in all phases of infrastructure planning and project development

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Team collaboration

Creative thinking

Technical writing

Office software

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

GIS

Power BI

Maximo

Engineering software

Programming

Job description

WSP USA seeks undergraduates for the Advisory & Planning Associate Program in Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; or San Francisco, CA with an August 2027 start. Ideal candidates are December 2026–June 2027 grads passionate about infrastructure and eager to work on public and private sector projects across funding, policy, and analysis.

Associates collaborate with industry leaders to apply evolving requirements, supporting development of asset management and capital programs nationwide.