Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

WSP

Oct 25, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Engineering
IT & Cybersecurity
New York

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering or related field and have 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 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 Electrical Engineering or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
Experience using AutoCAD or Revit.
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of Electrical 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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Electrical Engineering Intern position?

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

Is there an age requirement to apply for the internship?

Yes, applicants must be 18 years or older.

What educational qualifications are required for this internship?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, preferred qualifications include being enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or a related field, experience using AutoCAD or Revit, and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

Is relocation or housing assistance provided for this internship?

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

What types of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

Interns will support a variety of engineering tasks, assist with project research and design calculations, prepare final design plans and cost estimates, collect project documentation, and complete assigned training.

What is the expected salary range for this internship?

The expected salary range for the internship is $19.13 - $30.00 per hour.

Does WSP provide any mentorship opportunities for interns?

Yes, interns can gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections through WSP’s Developing Professionals Network.

What is the work authorization requirement for this internship?

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

What safety and ethical standards are expected from interns?

Interns are expected to exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct, health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

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