Civil​/Structural Engineering; Overhead Transmission Line Design Intern - Summer

Overview

WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to help students gain hands‑on, meaningful work experience that enhances both their education and professional aptitude. Our interns work side by side with senior staff on real projects and receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.

Our Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full‑Time Civil/Structural Engineering (Overhead Transmission Line Design) Intern – Summer 2026 to work out of our Overland, KS office. Under the guidance of experienced staff, the successful candidate will learn to design overhead transmission line and substation structures, foundations, and related facilities. This temporary position is for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.

The internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, a 12‑week program scheduled to begin on May 18, 2026. The individual start date may be flexible.

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Civil and Structural 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.

Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field, with 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 both engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers on executive projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to adhere to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

• Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying.
• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for successful completion of tasks.
• Prior internship and/or related engineering experience is a plus.
• Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered.
• Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc., as well as Microsoft Excel is beneficial.

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.

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 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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and may be used without reservation, with no fee or compensation owed to the recruiter. WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation.