Transportation Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP USA; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA invites energetic civil engineering students to join our Brentwood or Knoxville offices as a Full-Time Summer Intern for a 12-week program starting May 17, 2027. You will work alongside senior staff and gain exposure to real projects while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.

You will support a variety of engineering tasks, learn basic civil engineering principles, and assist with design calculations, plans, and cost estimates. No relocation or housing stipend is provided.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program with anticipated graduation Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older and authorized to work in the United States at internship start.
• Demonstrated interest in civil engineering and ability to work with engineers and non-engineers.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of taking direction from mentors and leaders on projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn Civil Engineering principles and design software used in the field.
• Assist with project research, preliminary design calculations, and analysis.
• Support preparation of design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete assigned training tasks and adhere to policies.
• Exercise responsible decision-making regarding company resources and conduct.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Office software

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Civil Engineering Undergraduate

Masters or PhD in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Bentley's OpenRoads Designer

Job description

WSP USA invites energetic civil engineering students to join our Brentwood or Knoxville offices as a Full-Time Summer Intern for a 12-week program starting May 17, 2027. You will work alongside senior staff and gain exposure to real projects while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.

You will support a variety of engineering tasks, learn basic civil engineering principles, and assist with design calculations, plans, and cost estimates. No relocation or housing stipend is provided.