Full Time Civil Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Job Description

Civil Engineering Intern – Summer 2026

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Are you an ambitious Civil Engineering student eager to gain practical experience with a global leader in engineering and professional services? WSP USA invites you to join our dynamic team in St. Louis, Missouri, as a Full-Time Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. This is an unparalleled opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment.

At WSP, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of engineering talent. Our comprehensive internship program is meticulously designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that will significantly enhance your education and accelerate your professional aptitude. You’ll gain invaluable exposure to impactful projects, work side-by-side with senior staff, and benefit from dedicated mentorship, unparalleled networking opportunities, and the foundation for lifelong career connections through our esteemed Developing Professionals Network.

This temporary internship is anticipated to run from May 18, 2026, through August 7, 2026, with some flexibility to accommodate your individual start date. We are actively seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.

Your Impact: Shaping the Future with WSP

As a Civil Engineering Intern, you will play a vital role in supporting a diverse range of engineering tasks, contributing to critical infrastructure projects, and developing essential technical, social, and ethical skills. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting various engineering assignments, fostering a comprehensive understanding of core civil engineering principles.

• Collaborating directly with seasoned engineers on intricate utility substation design projects, gaining exposure to industry best practices and innovative solutions.

• Assisting senior engineers in the meticulous development of detailed structural design calculations and analyses for concrete elements, robust concrete foundations, and steel structures. This critical work will strictly adhere to prevailing industry codes and standards such as ASCE7, ASCE113, ACI 318, AISC 360, NESC, and IEEE.

• Contributing to the creation of precise engineering drawing markups for drafting, ensuring seamless alignment with design calculation results and project specifications.

• Engaging in comprehensive training programs tailored to your assigned tasks, fostering continuous learning and skill development within a professional setting.

• Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making concerning company funds, resources, and conduct, in strict adherence to WSP’s rigorous Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Undertaking additional responsibilities as required by evolving business needs, demonstrating adaptability, initiative, and a proactive approach.

Please note: There is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship opportunity.

Who We’re Looking For: Your Qualifications and Drive

We are searching for bright, highly motivated individuals who are eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to our projects. To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you should possess the following attributes and qualifications:

• Education: Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or a closely related, Undergraduate program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later.

• Eligibility: Must be 18 years of age or older and possess full authorization to work in the United States at the commencement of the internship.

• Passion: A demonstrated and genuine interest in structural design, consulting engineering, and the vital power and utilities industry, coupled with a strong desire to advance your skills relevant to WSP’s impactful work and diverse projects.

• Communication: Proven interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to effectively and professionally articulate ideas to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.

• Collaboration: Highly capable of effectively taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to successfully execute project tasks and contribute to team goals.

• Technical Acumen: Basic proficiency with technical writing, essential office automation software, spreadsheets, modern technology, and relevant engineering tools.

• Safety Conscious: A proven track record of upholding workplace safety standards and the unwavering ability to abide by WSP’s rigorous health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications: Differentiate Yourself

The following qualifications would be a significant advantage and help you stand out from the crowd:

• Advanced Education: Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or a closely related, Master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later.

• Specialized Knowledge: Successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection.

• Prior Experience: Previous internship experience in engineering or related fields, and demonstrated leadership involvement on campus or within professional organizations.

Why WSP? Building a Brighter Future Together

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s foremost engineering and professional services firms. We are a diverse and talented collective of engineers, innovative planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and skilled construction management professionals, all profoundly dedicated to serving local communities and designing lasting solutions that improve quality of life. We are at the forefront of designing and delivering projects across critical markets including buildings, transportation, energy, water, and the environment.

With more than 15,000 dedicated employees across over 300 offices in the U.S., we proudly partner with our clients to help communities prosper and thrive. At WSP, you’ll discover a flexible and agile workplace model, thoughtfully designed to meet evolving client needs while robustly supporting your personal and professional well-being. Our employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and robust retirement savings plans, all focused on providing unparalleled health and financial stability throughout your career journey.

We are deeply committed to providing our employees with the challenging and rewarding opportunities they seek to grow their careers and expand their knowledge base exponentially. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting critical client objectives, strategic goals, and complex challenges. Are you ready to get started and build a brighter, more sustainable future with us?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its organization. We strictly prohibit discrimination based on 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.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the exclusive property of WSP, and WSP will retain the unequivocal right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.