CPT Marine Electrician Jobs
Marine Electrician CPT jobs let F-1 students apply electrical systems coursework directly on vessels, dry docks, and marine repair facilities. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must tie to a specific course or program requirement. Roles span shipyards, offshore service firms, and naval contractors.
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Nationally recognized as a Top 100 Internship Program, 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 National Ports and Marine Team is seeking a part-time Ports and Marine Engineering Intern - Fall 2026 to work out of our Seattle, WA office.
Your Impact
- With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, survey data, technical reports and drawings, and or other data matrices for project development, design, and construction.
- Assist with the development of project design requirements, while incorporating marine-practice engineering standards and specifications.
- Assist with identification of project site, design and construction related risks and providing input on mitigation activities.
- Write technical reports, generating complete and concise documentation of findings, using sketches, calculations, excel spreadsheets, technical drawings, and other engineering software.
- Prepare presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external team members as well as clients.
- Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. This includes working collaboratively with other engineers and larger multi-disciplinary teams, on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
- Participate in site visits and inspections to gain practical insights into maritime construction processes.
- 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.
- Complete all assigned trainings.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program with a graduation date of May 2026 or later.
- Demonstrated interest in Ports & Marine 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.
- Experience with AutoCAD and SAP2000 and similar tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related, Master’s or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
- Prior relevant internship, extracurricular and leadership involvement on campus.
Compensation
- Expected Salary (all locations): $24.76 - $32.22
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.
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.
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.
This Opportunity
Nationally recognized as a Top 100 Internship Program, 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 National Ports and Marine Team is seeking a part-time Ports and Marine Engineering Intern - Fall 2026 to work out of our Seattle, WA office.
Your Impact
- With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, survey data, technical reports and drawings, and or other data matrices for project development, design, and construction.
- Assist with the development of project design requirements, while incorporating marine-practice engineering standards and specifications.
- Assist with identification of project site, design and construction related risks and providing input on mitigation activities.
- Write technical reports, generating complete and concise documentation of findings, using sketches, calculations, excel spreadsheets, technical drawings, and other engineering software.
- Prepare presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external team members as well as clients.
- Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. This includes working collaboratively with other engineers and larger multi-disciplinary teams, on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
- Participate in site visits and inspections to gain practical insights into maritime construction processes.
- 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.
- Complete all assigned trainings.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related Undergraduate program with a graduation date of May 2026 or later.
- Demonstrated interest in Ports & Marine 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.
- Experience with AutoCAD and SAP2000 and similar tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related, Master’s or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.
- Prior relevant internship, extracurricular and leadership involvement on campus.
Compensation
- Expected Salary (all locations): $24.76 - $32.22
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.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsMarine Electrician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does marine electrician work qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your school's program includes coursework in electrical systems, marine technology, or a related engineering discipline, hands-on work as a marine electrician can satisfy CPT requirements. Your DSO determines eligibility based on whether the role is an integral part of your curriculum. Bring a written job description to your DSO appointment so they can make that determination quickly.
Can I do CPT at a shipyard that only offers full-time positions?
Full-time CPT is allowed, but using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your eligibility for OPT after graduation. Part-time CPT, meaning under 20 hours per week, doesn't affect OPT no matter how long it runs. If the shipyard requires full-time hours, weigh that trade-off with your DSO before accepting the offer.
What documentation do I need to start a marine electrician CPT job?
You need a CPT-endorsed I-20 listing the specific employer and authorized dates, your original passport, and your most recent visa stamp. Some marine facilities also require proof of E-Verify completion, your SEVIS record, and a TWIC card for port access. Request all updated documents from your DSO at least two weeks before your start date to avoid delays.
How do I find marine electrician employers who are familiar with CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to identify maritime and marine service employers with documented work authorization histories. Employers who have previously filed for foreign-national workers are more likely to have HR processes in place for CPT onboarding. You can also ask your university's career services office whether they have existing relationships with regional shipyards or naval contractors.
Does the O*NET profile for marine electricians affect my CPT eligibility?
The O*NET profile for this occupation, listed under SOC code 49-2094, describes tasks like installing and maintaining electrical systems on ships and marine equipment. Your DSO uses the job description to confirm the role matches your field of study. A detailed O*NET-aligned job description from your employer strengthens the curriculum connection and makes DSO authorization straightforward.