Associate Consultant Intern - Summer 2025 (Project Development)

WSP

Oct 17, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Consulting
Research & Development

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, business, economics, finance, urban planning, liberal arts, operations research, or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026.
Demonstrated interest in water, infrastructure, or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
Must be 18 or older.
Available to work during Summer 2025 for 12 weeks.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and qualitative skills.
Demonstrated research skills and experience.
Ability to think creatively, work independently, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a team environment, synthesize problems, and communicate point of view and analytical results.
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.
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.
Actively enrolled in an accredited environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, business, economics, finance, urban planning, liberal arts, operations research, or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026.
Familiarity with water industry including drinking water, storm water / water resources, or wastewater.
Management consulting or advisory experience.
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Analyzing needs and opportunities.
Researching industry trends.
Evaluating alternatives and priorities.
Developing the business case for infrastructure investments, particularly in drinking water, storm water/ water resources, and wastewater.
Writing reports and grant applications.
Supporting client meetings and workshops.
Analyzing project and program funding and financing options.
Reviewing and interpreting federal legislation and guidance.
Performing qualitative analyses and data analytics.
Developing financial models.
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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Associate Consultant Intern position?

The internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program and lasts for 12 weeks, scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025.

What locations are available for this internship?

The internship position is available in New York, NY, as well as Washington, DC; Baltimore, MD; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; and Boston, MA.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in environmental engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, business, economics, finance, urban planning, liberal arts, operations research, or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided for this internship?

No, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

What skills are required for the Associate Consultant Intern position?

Required skills include strong written and verbal communication, analytical and qualitative skills, research abilities, creative thinking, independence, teamwork, and basic proficiency with technical writing and office software.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include enrollment in a Master's or PhD program in a related field, familiarity with the water industry, management consulting or advisory experience, and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

What is the expected salary range for the internship?

The expected salary range for the Associate Consultant Intern position is $20.48 - $29.20 per hour.

What does the internship program provide in terms of mentorship and networking?

The internship offers exposure to real projects, mentorship through the Developing Professionals Network, networking opportunities, and connections for lifelong careers.

Is there an age requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be 18 years or older to be eligible for the internship.

What types of projects will the intern be involved in?

Interns will be involved in analyzing needs and opportunities, researching industry trends, developing business cases for infrastructure investments, writing reports and grant applications, and supporting client meetings and workshops.

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