About the role#
WSP is hiring a full-time Traffic Engineering Intern for our Summer 2027 program in New York City. This 12-week position offers hands-on experience working alongside senior staff on real engineering projects. You will participate in our Developing Professionals Network, which provides mentorship and networking opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Support a variety of engineering tasks to build your technical and professional skills.
- Learn the basic principles of traffic engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Support the preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Help collect and maintain project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Adhere to the WSP Code of Conduct and exercise ethical decision-making regarding company resources.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program for Civil Engineering or a related field.
- An anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Demonstrated interest in traffic engineering and transportation.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to take direction from leadership and managers.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, and spreadsheets.
- A proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MS Office (specifically Excel), and traffic modeling software like HCS, Synchro, or Vissim is preferred.
- Prior internship or campus leadership experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12-week program starting May 17, 2027).
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Compensation: $19 to $30 per hour.
- Note: No relocation or housing assistance is provided for this role.
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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