Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 at WSP in the U.S. · Tempe

Summary: WSP USA is hosting a summer internship program for students to gain hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering. The role involves supporting engineering tasks, assisting with project research and design calculations, and participating in training while working alongside senior staff. 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 - Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship - Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements Required Qualifications: - Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical 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, 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 Preferred Qualifications: - Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related, master's degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later - Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering Important Skills: Office Automation, Technical Writing, Interpersonal Skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Leadership Involvement Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer