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... Engineer * Help integrate tools such as LlamaIndex and LlamaParse into existing workflows * Assist ... Summer 2027 Internships: Monday, May 17, 2027 (40/hours per week max) How You'll Be Rewarded Salary ...

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... Engineer * Help integrate tools such as LlamaIndex and LlamaParse into existing workflows * Assist ... Summer 2027 Internships: Monday, May 17, 2027 (40/hours per week max) How You'll Be Rewarded Salary ...

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How much do engineer summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for engineer summer in Utah is $23.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.96 and $26.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an engineer summer?

An Engineer Summer job is a temporary, seasonal position designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in engineering fields. These roles typically involve working on real-world projects, assisting senior engineers, and developing technical skills. Summer engineers may work in industries such as aerospace, civil, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering. The job provides valuable industry exposure, networking opportunities, and practical knowledge.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as an engineer summer?

As an Engineer Summer intern, you will typically support ongoing projects by assisting with technical research, data collection, and analysis, as well as developing prototypes or updating product documentation. You may also collaborate with experienced engineers on design reviews, participate in team meetings, and present your findings or progress. Tasks are designed to match your education level while providing practical experience and insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of professional engineers. This exposure helps interns develop technical expertise, teamwork abilities, and a clearer understanding of potential career paths in engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the engineer summer position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Engineer Summer intern, you should have a foundational understanding of engineering principles, coursework in a relevant discipline, and progress toward a degree in engineering. Familiarity with common engineering software such as CAD tools, MATLAB, or project management platforms is highly valued, and some positions might prefer candidates with basic certifications in safety or specialized software. Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a willingness to learn set standout interns apart in collaborative settings. These skills and qualities are important for making meaningful contributions, adapting quickly, and gaining valuable experience in a real-world engineering environment.

Is it too late to get a summer engineering internship?

The availability of summer engineering internships depends on the company and application deadlines, which often occur several months in advance. Many programs still accept applications in early spring, but late applications may have limited options, so applying promptly increases your chances of securing an internship.

What are the most commonly searched types of Engineer jobs in Utah?

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What cities in Utah are hiring for Engineer Summer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Engineer Summer job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,101 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Electrical Engineering (ESSP) Intern - Summer 2027

WSP

Cottonwood Heights, UT • On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist in performing electrical studies and developing or troubleshooting SCADA systems for utility and industrial/commercial clients.

  • Support power system planning studies such as power flow, voltage stability, and automation of simulations.

  • Design and configure networking and communications for SCADA and protection systems and assist with on-site commissioning.


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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 72 rated business consultants


Job description


This Opportunity
WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.
Our Power and Energy is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (ESSP) Intern to work out of our Cottonwood Heights, UT office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in our 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
In this role, the successful applicant will be assisting in performing electrical studies and/or developing and troubleshooting supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems for utility and industrial/commercial clients. Applicable power systems primarily include conventional and renewable generation facilities, substations, transmission systems, and distribution systems.
Your Impact
  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal of developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Learn basic principles of Electrical Engineering.
  • Assist with protective relaying, including short circuit analysis, relay settings, and compliance work using specialized software.
  • Support power system planning studies such as power flow, voltage stability, and automation of simulations.
  • Contribute to infrastructure design studies like substation grounding, insulation coordination, and power quality analysis.
  • Design and configure networking and communications for SCADA and protection systems and assist with on-site commissioning.
  • Develop logic and control schemes for power system equipment, including programming and field testing.
  • Prepare and program data acquisition systems, develop HMI screens, and assist with data transfer commissioning.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • 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.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  • Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering, consulting engineering, electric utility industry, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Candidates must be willing to travel on occasion and work successfully in a customer-focused, project-oriented environment
  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, or related, Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date no sooner than August 2027 and no later than May 2028.
  • Successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
  • Preference is given to applicants with any of the following: within 1 year of graduation, GPA above 3.3/4.0, power system courses covering topics such as three-phase power, load flow and reactive compensation, protective relaying, symmetrical components, transmission line theory, power system transients, dynamic stability, and power system electromagnetics
  • Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position

About Us
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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