Transmission Line Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP USA; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Full-Time Transmission Line Engineering Intern to join our Meridian, ID office for a 12-week summer program starting May 17, 2027. You will work with senior staff on real projects, gain mentorship, and participate in cross-functional design reviews.

You must be enrolled in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering with a graduation date of August 2027 or later and be authorized to work in the United States. No relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an accredited engineering program with an anticipated graduation date August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Interest in Transmission Line Engineering and related fields; eager to develop skills on WSP projects.
• Able to communicate effectively to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Capable of accepting direction from mentors and managers to execute projects.
• Proficient with office software; basic technical writing skills.
• Committed to workplace safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design & analysis tasks in transmission line projects.
• Support PLSCADD modeling for line layout and structure analysis.
• Aid in calculations for structures, foundations, and line components.
• Contribute to plans, profile drawings, and material lists.
• Assist in evaluating routes, criteria, and reliability requirements.
• Support QA/QC for drawings and calculations.
• Participate in internal design reviews and cross-functional coordination.
• Assist with field reviews or site visits as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Direction from leadership

Technical writing

Education

Undergraduate engineering degree (Mech/Civil/Struct/Electrical)

Graduation Aug 2027 or later

Masters/PhD (preferred)

Tools

PLSCADD

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

MATHCAD

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to gain hands‑on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.

Our Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full‑Time Transmission Line Engineering Intern to work out of our Meridian, ID office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.

This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in our 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.

Your Impact

• Technical Design & Analysis
• Assist with PLSCADD modeling for line layout, spotting, and structure analysis.
• Assist with design calculations for structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components.
• Assist with development of plan & profile drawings, structure loading trees, material lists, and construction packages.
• Participate in evaluating route constraints, design criteria, clearances, terrain conditions, and reliability requirements.
• Support QA/QC processes for drawings, calculations, and deliverables.
• Project Support & Coordination
• Assist in preparing engineering reports, permit exhibits, and cost estimates.
• Participate in internal design reviews and interdisciplinary coordination (civil, environmental, substation, geotech).
• Assist with occasional field reviews or site visits to support engineering validations.
• Professional Growth & Collaboration
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and contribute to a culture of safety, integrity, and technical excellence.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Transmission Line Engineering, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Coursework in structural analysis, steel/wood/concrete design, foundations, soils, surveying, or power systems.
• Familiarity with engineering software such as PLSCADD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or MATHCAD.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.