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Cummins Inc.

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Juneau, AK · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates from 7/1 - 9/30 to apply to be considered for the conversion process. There are two ways you can be ...

Symmetry

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Overview Join our growing data security company as a Marketing Design Intern. In this role, you'll ... Remote Duration: 10-12 weeks (Summer 2025)

Symmetry

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Overview Join our growing data security company as a Marketing Design Intern. In this role, you'll ... Remote Duration: 10-12 weeks (Summer 2025)

Symmetry

$16 - $21.25/hr

Overview Join our growing data security company as a Marketing Design Intern. In this role, you'll ... Remote Duration: 10-12 weeks (Summer 2025)

Foundation Health, LLC

Intern Pharmacist

Fairbanks, AK

$49.50/hr

Experience summer days that never seem to end and winter evenings under the aurora, all while ... Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is looking for an Intern Pharmacist to join the Hospital Pharmacy ...

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What is an intern summer?

An intern summer position is a temporary work opportunity, typically lasting 8-12 weeks during the summer months, designed for students or recent graduates to gain practical experience in their field of study. Summer interns work on real projects, receive mentorship from professionals, and acquire skills that enhance their resumes. These roles are often paid, though some may be unpaid, and can sometimes lead to full-time employment offers after graduation.

What do summer interns do?

As a Summer Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects that support the goals of your department. Typical responsibilities may include conducting research, assisting with data analysis, participating in team meetings, and collaborating on group projects. Many interns also gain exposure to real-world business challenges and are encouraged to present their findings or ideas. The work environment is usually supportive, with mentors or supervisors providing guidance to help you develop professional skills and build your network within the organization.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer intern?

To excel as a Summer Intern, you typically need a solid academic background in a relevant field, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn. Familiarity with standard office software (such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace) and sometimes basic knowledge of industry-specific tools are often expected. Initiative, communication, adaptability, and teamwork are critical soft skills that help interns stand out. These abilities enable interns to contribute effectively, absorb new information quickly, and make the most of limited-time opportunities for growth and networking.

What is the difference between Intern Summer vs Intern Fall?

AspectIntern SummerIntern Fall
TimingTypically June to AugustTypically September to December
Work EnvironmentIntensive, full-time internshipPart-time or full-time, depending on program
Application CycleSpring and early summerLate summer and fall
PurposeGain summer work experience, often for future hiringSame as summer, but aligned with fall academic schedules

Intern Summer and Intern Fall are both internship programs designed to provide work experience in the same industry. The main difference lies in their timing, with Intern Summer occurring during the summer months and Intern Fall during the fall semester. Both roles typically require similar credentials and are used by employers to evaluate potential future employees. The choice depends on your academic schedule and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Intern Summer job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 35% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$23.90 - $31.11/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 12 days ago

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

This Opportunity 

WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns 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 Earth & Environment Team is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 to work out of our Anchorage, AK office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program. 

This 12-week internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program that is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027. 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 Geotechnical 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.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. 
  • Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship. 

Who You Are 

Required Qualifications 

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later. 
  • Must be 18 or older. 
  • Demonstrated interest in Geotechnical 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. 
  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related, Masters Degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later. 
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus. 

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $23.90 - $31.11

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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