Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (Mentorship)

WSP USA; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work in our Boston, MA or North Providence, RI offices. The paid internship runs 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027, for students enrolled in Civil/Structural programs.

You will gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real projects while collaborating with senior staff and the Developing Professionals Network. Remote relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil/Structural Engineering program with expected graduation Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18+ years old.
• Interest in Structural Engineering and desire to develop related skills.
• Strong communication with engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Capable of taking direction from mentors and managers.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and common software/tools.
• Authorized to work in the United States at internship start.
• Committed to workplace safety and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Structural Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
• Support preparation of final design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise ethical decision‑making regarding funds and resources and follow the Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Following directions

Education

Civil Engineering (Undergraduate)

Tools

Revit

RAM

RISA

ETABS

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work in our Boston, MA or North Providence, RI offices. The paid internship runs 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027, for students enrolled in Civil/Structural programs.

You will gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real projects while collaborating with senior staff and the Developing Professionals Network. Remote relocation is not provided.