Water Treatment Intern - Summer 2026 at WSP in the U.S. in Houston, TX

Summary: WSP USA is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Water Treatment Intern to support engineering tasks, assist with project research, and learn basic engineering principles while gaining hands-on experience in the field. Responsibilities: - Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to enhance technical, social, and ethical skills - Learn basic principles of 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 Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later - Must be 18 or older - Demonstrated interest in Water Treatment 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 Engineering, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later - Familiarity with RO treatment processes and membrane performance modeling - Experience using membrane manufacturer's performance projection software and comprehending laboratory results related to water quality data - Understanding of water chemistry related to sparing soluble salts - Understanding of laboratory results for water quality analyses - Self-motivated to conduct independent self-study as necessary to support water treatment task assignments - Willingness to utilize a collaborative approach in all group assignments/activities - Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus Required Skills: Water Treatment Important Skills: Membrane Performance Modeling, Technical Writing Nice-to-Have Skills: Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Self-Motivated, Collaborative Approach Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Retirement savings