MEP Engineering Intern — Hands-On Summer 2027

WSP in the U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA offers a 12-week MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 program across multiple offices including Chicago, IL. The internship runs 12 weeks, starting around May 17, 2027, for students in undergraduate or graduate programs seeking hands-on project experience and mentorship within the Property and Buildings Team.

Participants will assist with design calculations, research, fieldwork, and the preparation of plans while developing technical, social, and ethical skills under an MEP mentor.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in M.E.P. or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Engineering alongside an assigned MEP Mentor.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Office software (MS Office)

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Authorization to work in the United

Education

Actively enrolled in Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Architectural Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

WSP USA offers a 12-week MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 program across multiple offices including Chicago, IL. The internship runs 12 weeks, starting around May 17, 2027, for students in undergraduate or graduate programs seeking hands-on project experience and mentorship within the Property and Buildings Team.

Participants will assist with design calculations, research, fieldwork, and the preparation of plans while developing technical, social, and ethical skills under an MEP mentor.