Substation Engineering Intern – Power & Energy

WSP; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is offering a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern position in Overland Park, KS. The internship is part of the Summer Internship Program for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program, with a 12-week timeframe beginning May 17, 2027.

The role provides exposure to real projects, mentorship, and opportunities to develop technical and professional skills while working with senior staff. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering undergraduate or graduate program with anticipated graduation Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering and desire to advance skills with WSP projects.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to take direction from mentors and managers on projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to policies.
• 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 Electrical Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analyses.
• Support preparation of final design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.

Skills

Electrical engineering basics

Communication

Teamwork

Technical writing

Education

Pursuing Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

WSP USA is offering a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern position in Overland Park, KS. The internship is part of the Summer Internship Program for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program, with a 12-week timeframe beginning May 17, 2027.

The role provides exposure to real projects, mentorship, and opportunities to develop technical and professional skills while working with senior staff. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.