Power Systems Engineering Intern

WSP; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is offering a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Intern (Small Utility) position in Lakewood, CO. The 12-week Summer Internship Program starts May 17, 2027, with a flexible start date for some roles, and provides mentorship, networking, and hands-on experience in power delivery and energy projects.

You will work under experienced engineers, supporting various tasks across substations, transmission, and distribution while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in ABET-accredited electrical engineering bachelor’s degree or electrical engineering technology program with anticipated graduation August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Interest in electrical engineering—power systems or related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Able to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Authorized to work in the United States at internship start.

Responsibilities

• Assist in substation design tasks including physical, electrical, relaying, and grounding aspects.
• Support transmission and distribution projects.
• Gain experience in system relaying and protection and distribution coordination studies.
• Collect and maintain project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Uphold WSP’s Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Job description

WSP USA is offering a Full-Time Electrical Engineering Intern (Small Utility) position in Lakewood, CO. The 12-week Summer Internship Program starts May 17, 2027, with a flexible start date for some roles, and provides mentorship, networking, and hands-on experience in power delivery and energy projects.

You will work under experienced engineers, supporting various tasks across substations, transmission, and distribution while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.