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Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

WSP in the U.S., Houston, TX, United States


WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands‑on, meaningful work experience. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections.

We are looking for a full‑time

Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

to work out of our

Houston, TX

office. This temporary position is for individuals enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, a 12‑week program starting on May 18, 2026, with a flexible individual start date.

Your Impact

Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.

Learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering.

Assist with project research, field work, 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, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

Actively enrolled in an accredited Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later.

Must be 18 or older.

Demonstrated interest in Mechanical Engineering or 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 an engineering and non‑engineering audience.

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 abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit.

Knowledge of reading construction plans.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At 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.

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