Transportation Planning Intern — Summer 2027

WSP Global Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Transportation Planning Intern to work out of our Portland, ME location (with Boston, MA and other sites considered). This 12-week summer internship starts May 17, 2027, for undergrad or grad students, and offers mentorship, training, and hands-on exposure to real projects alongside senior staff.

Responsibilities include supporting planning tasks, conducting research, preparing design documents, and maintaining project records while upholding WSP's safety and ethics

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in Transportation Planning undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18+ years old at start.
• Interest in Transportation Planning and eagerness to grow skills related to WSP's projects.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Able to take direction from leadership and mentors.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and office software.
• Authorized to work in the United States at internship start.

Responsibilities

• Support planning tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Planning and assist with project research and field work.
• Support preparation of design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and adhere to codes of conduct.

Skills

Transportation Planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Work authorization

Taking direction

Education

Undergraduate student

Graduate student (optional)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Transportation Planning Intern to work out of our Portland, ME location (with Boston, MA and other sites considered). This 12-week summer internship starts May 17, 2027, for undergrad or grad students, and offers mentorship, training, and hands-on exposure to real projects alongside senior staff.

Responsibilities include supporting planning tasks, conducting research, preparing design documents, and maintaining project records while upholding WSP's safety and ethics