Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Architectural Intern- Summer 2026
Architectural intern providing design support, research, and documentation for projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program, a 12‑week schedule beginning on May 18, 2026, with a flexible start date. Interns will support a variety of engineering tasks, learn basic architecture principles, and assist with project research, field work, preliminary design calculations, and analysis. They will also help prepare final design plans, special provisions, cost estimates, and maintain project documentation while completing assigned training. • Support engineering tasks and develop technical, social, and ethical skills • Conduct project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations • Prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates • Collect and maintain project documentation while completing assigned training • Follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and health, safety, and harassment policies
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project research
- ▸field work
- ▸preliminary design
- ▸design plans
- ▸cost estimates
- ▸documentation
What You Bring
Required qualifications include active enrollment in an accredited Architecture or related undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later, being at least 18 years old, and having a demonstrated interest in architecture. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, basic technical writing and office software proficiency, adherence to workplace safety policies, and authorization to work in the United States. Preferred qualifications are enrollment in a graduate Architecture program, prior internship experience, and campus leadership involvement. • Be enrolled in an accredited Architecture (or related) program graduating August 2026 or later • Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, and technical writing abilities • Show basic proficiency with office software, spreadsheets, and design tools • Hold US work authorization and be at least 18 years old • Preferred: graduate (Masters/PhD) enrollment, prior internship, and campus leadership experience
Requirements
- ▸architecture
- ▸graduate
- ▸internship
- ▸communication
- ▸office
- ▸work authorization
Benefits
WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States, offering hands‑on, meaningful work experience that enhances education and professional aptitude. Interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff and benefit from mentorship, networking, and lifelong career connections through the Developing Professionals Network. The company is seeking a full‑time Architectural Intern for its Washington, DC office, with consideration for Baltimore, MD, for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Compensation ranges from $19 to $30 per hour, with WSP USA reserving the right to adjust pay based on education, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. No relocation or housing assistance is provided. The company also offers additional benefits and complies with all applicable local, state, and federal non‑discrimination laws.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time