Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (San Diego)

WSP Global Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA’s Property & Buildings team is seeking full-time Structural Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 in San Diego, CA. This temporary position is open to students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and part of the WSP Summer Internship Program.

The internship runs 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027 (start date may be flexible). Interns gain hands-on exposure by supporting engineering tasks, field work, and preliminary design calculations under senior staff

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil or Structural Engineering program with graduation August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Interest in Structural Engineering and developing related skills.
• Clear communication with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership and mentors.
• Basic proficiency with writing, office software, and general tools.
• Understand safety policies and workplace conduct.
• Authorization to work in the United States at internship start.

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.
• Uphold company policies and conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Ability to follow directions

Safety awareness

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering Undergraduate

Masters or PhD (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Engineering software basics

Job description

WSP USA’s Property & Buildings team is seeking full-time Structural Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 in San Diego, CA. This temporary position is open to students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and part of the WSP Summer Internship Program.

The internship runs 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027 (start date may be flexible). Interns gain hands-on exposure by supporting engineering tasks, field work, and preliminary design calculations under senior staff