About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in Billings, Montana, for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site as part of the Power and Energy team, focusing on renewable transmission interconnections. This 12-week program allows you to work alongside senior staff on real projects, gain technical experience, and participate in mentorship opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop your technical and professional skills.
- Learn basic principles of electrical engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations.
- Support the preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete assigned training tasks.
- Adhere to company policies and the Code of Conduct.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate Electrical Engineering program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Demonstrated interest in consulting engineering or renewable energy.
- Competent communication skills and the ability to take direction from leadership.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company health and safety policies.
- Preferred: Completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis or protection.
- Preferred: Familiarity with software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, or Microsoft Excel.
- Preferred: Prior engineering experience or having passed the FE/EIT exam.
Location & details#
- Location: Billings, MT.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting May 17, 2027).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $23.03 to $29.96 per hour.
- Note: No relocation or housing assistance is provided.
About WSP
WSP is a professional services firm based in Montreal, Quebec. It provides expertise in engineering, advisory, and science-based services across sectors like transport, infrastructure, and energy. The company operates in more than 50 countries. It employs approximately 72,630 people.
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