Engineering Design Manager Internships
Engineering design manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineering design managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Manufacturing, with Tesla, AMD, and WSP among the employers posting roles now.
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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 Team is seeking a Full-Time Overhead Transmission Line Design Engineering Intern to work out of our St. Louis, MO office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship is anticipated to take place during the Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 semesters.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Your Impact
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Civil 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 Civil Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Civil 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
- Demonstrated academic achievement (e.g., GPA 3.0+) is a strong plus.
- Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying
- Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for the successful completion of tasks
- Prior internship and/or related engineering experience is a plus
- Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position
- Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc.
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.
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 Team is seeking a Full-Time Overhead Transmission Line Design Engineering Intern to work out of our St. Louis, MO office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship is anticipated to take place during the Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 semesters.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Your Impact
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Civil 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 Civil Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Civil 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
- Demonstrated academic achievement (e.g., GPA 3.0+) is a strong plus.
- Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying
- Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for the successful completion of tasks
- Prior internship and/or related engineering experience is a plus
- Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position
- Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc.
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.
Engineering Design Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Tesla10
- AMD4
- WSP4
- Kiewit Corporation3
- GE Aerospace2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
Tips for Your Engineering Design Manager Internship Search
Apply in fall for the following summer
Large employers open summer engineering design manager internship applications the preceding fall and close them months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to their start dates, so check listings throughout the year and set up alerts so you catch each new wave as it opens.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Without a long work history, your projects are the proof. Document two or three complete engineering design manager projects showing your process, the tools you used, CAD or design files, and the outcome. A linked portfolio gives recruiters something to assess and sets you apart from candidates who only list coursework on a resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity to reach a wider pool of opportunities.
Practice your technical screen before the first application
Engineering design manager intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering design principles, systems thinking, or a case-based design challenge. Practice your answers out loud and walk through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured internship programs at larger companies
Many large engineering organizations run cohort-based or rotational internship programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and offer structured mentorship you won't find in ad hoc hiring. Identify the ones that match your background and submit your application in the first recruiting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 60% of the engineering design manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take.
Engineering Design Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an engineering design manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design portfolio, CAD files, or documented project case studies give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies posting openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can an engineering design manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for engineering design manager interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early the employer runs its return-offer process. Position yourself by treating every project as a full-time audition without counting on an offer at the end.
When should I apply for engineering design manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, which means applications open months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cycle that closed before you started looking.
Are engineering design manager internships paid?
Most professional engineering design manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so you can compare opportunities as you apply.
What should an engineering design manager internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For engineering design manager candidates, that means linking to a design portfolio, CAD files, or published case studies, and naming the tools and software used in each project. Add relevant coursework, keep the resume to one page, and put your most substantial project at the top.
Are there remote engineering design manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 40% of the engineering design manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get engineering design manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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