Part-Time Civil Engineering Intern: Real Projects & Mentorship

WSP in the U.S.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

WSP USA’s Newark Civil Team seeks a Part‑Time Civil Engineering Intern to work at our Newark, NJ office. The internship targets students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Civil Engineering program for the Spring 2027 semester.

This temporary role offers exposure to real projects, mentorship from senior staff, and hands-on design, research, and analysis experience while developing technical, professional and ethical skills.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2026 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering/Transportation or related field.
• Strong communication to engineering and non-engineering audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Civil Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analyses.
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Follow directions

Technical writing

Safety awareness

US work authorization

Education

Civil Engineering (Undergraduate)

Job description

WSP USA’s Newark Civil Team seeks a Part‑Time Civil Engineering Intern to work at our Newark, NJ office. The internship targets students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Civil Engineering program for the Spring 2027 semester.

This temporary role offers exposure to real projects, mentorship from senior staff, and hands-on design, research, and analysis experience while developing technical, professional and ethical skills.