Overhead Transmission Line Design Intern – Summer 2027

WSP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA's Power and Energy Team in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Full-Time Overhead Transmission Line Design Engineering Intern for Summer 2027.

This temporary role provides hands-on experience on real projects, mentorship from senior staff, and opportunities to contribute to preliminary designs and cost estimates. Active undergraduates or graduate students will assist with research, field work, and documentation while learning Civil Engineering fundamentals and professional practice.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program with a graduation date after Dec 2027.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Interest in Civil Engineering and desire to develop skills on real projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions from mentors and managers.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
• Support preparation of final design plans and cost estimates.
• Maintain project documentation.
• Learn basic Civil Engineering principles.
• Participate in training and adhere to WSP policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Civil engineering interest

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate Civil Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

Mathcad

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

WSP USA's Power and Energy Team in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Full-Time Overhead Transmission Line Design Engineering Intern for Summer 2027.

This temporary role provides hands-on experience on real projects, mentorship from senior staff, and opportunities to contribute to preliminary designs and cost estimates. Active undergraduates or graduate students will assist with research, field work, and documentation while learning Civil Engineering fundamentals and professional practice.