Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring/Summer 2027

WSP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA's Property & Buildings Team is seeking a Full-Time Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027 in our Philadelphia, PA office. Undergraduate or Graduate student enrolled through Drexel University will gain hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff.

The co-op will support HVAC design, read building plans, use Revit (and AutoCAD preferred), perform design calculations, travel to sites as needed, and learn industry codes. Start dates flexible; no housing provided.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering undergraduate program through Drexel University with an expected graduation August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Mechanical Engineering and desire to advance skills relevant to WSP projects.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States at internship start.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of mechanical engineering tasks and preliminary design calculations.
• Learn Autodesk Revit to model mechanical airside and hydronic systems.
• Review building plans and mechanical diagrams with senior engineers.
• Support field work and travel to job sites as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and project documentation processes.
• Occasional travel may be required; no housing relocation provided.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Office software

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related Undergraduate program through Drexel University

Master's or PhD through Drexel University

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk AutoCAD

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP 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 Property & Buildings Team is seeking a Full-TimeMechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring/Summer 2027to work out of ourPhiladelphia, PAoffice. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program through Drexel University.

This co-op is anticipated to take place during the Spring and Summer 2027 semesters. The anticipated dates of this co-op are March 29th - August 20th as part of the Drexel Co-op Program. Start dates may be flexible.

Your Impact

Students will have the opportunity to gain experience in projects within the infrastructure, commercial, higher education, science & technology and healthcare sectors. WSP's projects include both renovation and new construction, both locally and nationally. Successful candidates will participate in all aspects of mechanical engineering and design as it relates to the building and construction industry. This is an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain hands‑on experience in the field of engineering. Throughout the cycle, the Co-op should expect to:

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Mechanical (HVAC) Engineering.
• Become familiar with reading and interpreting building plans and mechanical diagrams.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Learn Autodesk Revit to model mechanical airside and hydronic components and systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop engineering drawings and specifications.
• Travel to job sites to survey and review existing buildings and construction progress through various stages of a project.
• Become familiar with various engineering standards and codes.
• 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this co-op.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program through Drexel University with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Mechanical Engineering, 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 Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Masters or PhD program through Drexel University with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Compensation:

Expected Pay: $23.90 - $31.11 per hour

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.