Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Geologist / Geophysicist Intern - Summer 2026
Support geology/geophysics projects with field work, research, design calculations, and documentation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Interns will support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills, learning basic principles of engineering geology or geophysics. Responsibilities include assisting with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations and analysis, preparing design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates, as well as collecting and maintaining project documentation. Additional duties involve completing assigned training, exercising responsible decision‑making, and occasional travel as required. • Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical competencies • Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations • Prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates • Collect and maintain project documentation • Complete assigned training and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct • Maintain a solid safety record and comply with health, safety, and harassment policies
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project research
- ▸field work
- ▸design calculations
- ▸design plans
- ▸cost estimates
- ▸documentation
What You Bring
Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited geological sciences, geophysics, or related undergraduate program with an expected graduation of August 2026 or later, be at least 18 years old, and possess a driver’s license. Applicants should be willing to spend up to 60 % of their time in the field, demonstrate strong interest in engineering geology or geophysics, and have effective interpersonal and communication skills for both engineering and non‑engineering audiences. Required competencies include taking direction from mentors, basic technical writing and software proficiency, a proven safety record, and authorization to work in the United States. • Enroll in an accredited Geological Sciences, Geophysics, or related undergraduate program graduating Aug 2026 or later • Be 18+ years old with a valid driver’s license • Willing to work up to 60% of time in the field • Demonstrate strong interest in engineering geology/geophysics and effective communication skills • Proficient in technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets • Authorized to work in the United States • Pursuing a master’s or PhD in Engineering Geology, Geophysics, or a related field (preferred) • Previous internship experience and campus leadership involvement (preferred)
Requirements
- ▸geology degree
- ▸driver's license
- ▸field work
- ▸technical writing
- ▸office software
- ▸us authorized
Benefits
The 12‑week internship is part of WSP’s Summer Internship Program, scheduled to begin on May 18, 2026, with a flexible start date. This temporary, full‑time position is open to individuals currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Please note that the role does not include relocation or housing assistance. Preferred candidates are enrolled in a master’s or PhD program, have prior internship experience, and have demonstrated leadership involvement on campus. The internship offers an hourly salary ranging from $20.87 to $29.73, with the possibility of additional benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings. WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services firm with more than 15,000 employees, provides a flexible, agile workplace and is an equal‑opportunity employer. • Hourly compensation $20.87–$29.73 • Eligibility for medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits
Work Environment
Hybrid