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Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

Jan 4, 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Richmond

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Mechanical 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 Mechanical Engineering, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • 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 Mechanical 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 internship?

The internship is a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in the Richmond, VA office.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later, be 18 or older, and demonstrate a strong interest in Mechanical Engineering.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided?

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

What skills will I gain during the internship?

Interns will support various engineering tasks, learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering, assist with project research and design calculations, and develop technical, social, and ethical skills.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include being actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later and having prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

What type of work environment does WSP provide?

WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs, as well as a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability.

Can I apply if I need sponsorship to work in the U.S.?

The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship, meaning that sponsorship is not provided.

Who is eligible to apply for this internship?

Individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later are eligible to apply.

What kind of mentorship opportunities are available through this internship?

WSP's Developing Professionals Network provides interns with mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.

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