WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Assist with transportation planning research, analysis, design, and project documentation.
7 days ago ago
$19 - $30
Entry-level
Internship
New York, NY, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
Description
design plans
cost estimates
research
field work
analysis
documentation
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.
Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
Support a variety of planning tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Requirements
gis
replica
streetlight
indesign
urban planning
communication
Learn basic principles of Planning, primarily focusing on Transportation and Environmental Review.
Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Experience using GIS, Transportation tools like Replica or Streetlight, InDesign
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Demonstrated interest in Transportation Planning, Environmental Review or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Actively enrolled in an accredited Urban Planning, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Benefits
Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018