Transmission Mechanical Engineering Intern — Summer 2027

WSP; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA in Portland, OR offers a full-time Mechanical Engineering (Transmission) Internship as part of our Summer Internship Program. You will support engineering tasks, learn basic mechanical principles, and assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.

This 12-week program starts May 17, 2027; you must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. There is no relocation or housing assistance; facilities and dates are subject to change.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering or related field and 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 execute projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Spreadsheet proficiency

Education

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering

Masters/PhD (preferred)

Tools

Engineering software basics

Job description

WSP USA in Portland, OR offers a full-time Mechanical Engineering (Transmission) Internship as part of our Summer Internship Program. You will support engineering tasks, learn basic mechanical principles, and assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.

This 12-week program starts May 17, 2027; you must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. There is no relocation or housing assistance; facilities and dates are subject to change.