Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Generation) - Summer 2026
Full‑time summer internship in power generation electrical design.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills. • Assist with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations, and analysis. • Help prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates. • Collect and maintain project documentation. • Complete training on assigned tasks and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸engineering support
- ▸project research
- ▸field work
- ▸design calculations
- ▸design plans
- ▸cost estimates
What You Bring
WSP is looking for an electrical engineering student to join its Generation Electrical Department in Boise, Idaho, for a full‑time summer position in 2026. Working under multiple experienced engineers, the intern will be involved in all aspects of power‑generation design and will apply core engineering principles and theories. The role is temporary and open to candidates currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. • Learn basic principles of power‑generation electrical design. • Currently enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering (or related) undergraduate or graduate program, graduating August 2026 or later. • Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States. • Demonstrated interest in consulting engineering and a strong desire to develop related skills. • Effective interpersonal and communication abilities for technical and non‑technical audiences. • Ability to follow direction from mentors and managers. • Basic proficiency in technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, and related tools. • Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP health, safety, and conduct policies. • Completed junior‑level courses in power system analysis or protection (preferred). • Prior internship or engineering experience (preferred). • Familiarity with design or drafting software such as AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel (preferred). • Possession of a Power Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certificate (preferred).
Requirements
- ▸electrical engineering
- ▸autocad
- ▸excel
- ▸eit
- ▸power analysis
- ▸internship
Benefits
WSP USA offers hundreds of internships across the United States, providing hands‑on experience on real projects and the chance to work side‑by‑side with senior staff. Interns receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and long‑term career connections through the Developing Professionals Network. Please note that this internship does not include relocation or housing assistance. WSP provides a flexible, agile workplace model along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time