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Our Property & Buildings team is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 to work out of our Orlando, FL or Sunrise, FL office.This temporary position is seeking individuals ...

Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The Engineering Intern will work with the Engineering team on a variety of specific projects and ... Interns will complete a capstone type project over the summer culminating in a presentation to ...

Intern- Civil Engineering

Scottsdale, AZ

$17.50 - $23/hr

Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 Join a team where your ideas and energy shape meaningful projects across the country! About Paradigm Design Paradigm Design is a nationally recognized ...

Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The Engineering Intern will work with the Engineering team on a variety of specific projects and ... Interns will complete a capstone type project over the summer culminating in a presentation to ...

Intern- Civil Engineering

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 Join a team where your ideas and energy shape meaningful projects across the country! About Paradigm Design Paradigm Design is a nationally recognized ...

MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Our Property and Buildings Team is seeking a full-time MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 to work out of our Dallas, TX office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in ...

Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The Engineering Intern will work with the Engineering team on a variety of specific projects and ... Interns will complete a capstone type project over the summer culminating in a presentation to ...

Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The Engineering Intern will work with the Engineering team on a variety of specific projects and ... Interns will complete a capstone type project over the summer culminating in a presentation to ...

CAE Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Livonia, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

We are looking for a mechanical engineering student to intern with our CAE group for the summer of 2023 term. We offer a dynamic work environment and exposure to many unique projects! The CAE Intern ...

CAE Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Livonia, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

We are looking for a mechanical engineering student to intern with our CAE group for the summer of 2023 term. We offer a dynamic work environment and exposure to many unique projects! The CAE Intern ...

MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Our Property and Buildings Team is seeking a full-time MEP Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 to work out of our Dallas, TX office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in ...

Summer Intern, Engineering The Engineering Summer Intern supports Elevate's programs by assisting one or more experienced engineers and various program teams across the organization as needed. The ...

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How much do engineering intern summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for engineering intern summer in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Engineering Intern do during the summer?

An Engineering Intern in the summer typically assists experienced engineers with ongoing projects, conducts research, performs data analysis, and helps with design or testing tasks. Interns gain hands-on experience in their field, participate in team meetings, and may work on individual assignments or collaborative projects. The role helps students apply classroom knowledge to real-world problems and develop professional skills. Interns often receive mentorship and networking opportunities, preparing them for future engineering careers.

What types of projects and responsibilities can an Engineering Intern expect during a summer internship?

As a summer Engineering Intern, you can expect to work on a mix of real-world engineering projects, often under the supervision of experienced engineers. Responsibilities typically include assisting with data analysis, performing research, contributing to design or testing phases, and participating in team meetings. Interns frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, which helps develop both technical and communication skills. The projects are designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to industry tools and workflows, preparing interns for future full-time roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Engineering Intern during the summer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Engineering Intern in the summer, you generally need foundational knowledge in engineering principles, problem-solving abilities, and current enrollment in an engineering degree program. Familiarity with CAD software, basic programming languages, and industry-specific tools like MATLAB or SolidWorks is often expected. Strong communication, eagerness to learn, and teamwork skills help interns contribute effectively and integrate with professional teams. These competencies ensure interns can support project goals, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop professionally within a short timeframe.

What Are the Qualifications to Get an Engineering Intern Summer Job?

The qualifications you need to get an engineering intern summer job include being a recent graduate or currently enrolled engineering student. Your specific area of study should be similar to the industry of the internship for which you are applying. For example, if you want to work in robotics, you should be studying mechanical or electrical engineering. In addition to your schoolwork, you need to have strong technical competency, including familiarity with AutoCAD, other design tools, and coding. Good interpersonal communication skills and strong time management abilities are important for interns in any field. You also need to be a quick learner.

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Infographic showing various Engineering Intern Summer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% Internship, 1% As Needed, 38% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.
Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

WSP

Orlando, FL • On-site

$23.03 - $29.96/hr

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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 Property & Buildings team is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 to work out of our Orlando, FL or Sunrise, FL 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. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible. 

Your Impact

  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering.
  • Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
  • Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
  • Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
  • 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 Mechanical Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Mechanical Engineering, 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.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to local project sites.
  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering, or related, Master's or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
  • Experience using AutoCad, Revit, Load Calculation Software (Trace3D) and full Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Prior relevant internship, extracurricular and leadership involvement on campus.

Compensation: 

Expected Salary (all locations): $23.03 - $29.96

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. 


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