Engineering and environmental consultancy internships with WSP

WSP internships provide challenging and far-reaching career opportunities.

WSP interns explore new and inspiring opportunities to make the most of their expertise, broaden their professional horizons and help create exciting new possibilities for people, organisations, and future generations. Plus, WSP interns have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting projects in the UK and beyond - from redesigning London’s train stations to planning new wind farms in Scotland.

Working across disciplines

Engineering consultancy: WSP's engineering placement students work across a variety of WSP teams and disciplines. They work directly with clients to plan and design projects, alongside contractors who carry out the construction. This means consistent communication with the client, contract management, and consideration of the use of materials, environmental impacts, costs, and ease of maintenance.

Environmental consultancy: WSP's environmental placement students work alongside environmental consultants in many different roles in a variety of teams across its environmental discipline. They are involved in the planning stages of developments and carry out environmental assessments, from noise and vibration assessment to environmental management.

Who can apply?

WSP internships are open to students studying at University in an Engineering discipline or related subject who:

are passionate with the curiosity and creativity to identify and solve problems
want to stretch and inspire us, speaking up about any new ideas they may have
want to throw themselves in from day one and put their studies into practice
know it is important to keep everyone in the loop and demonstrate this through excellent communication skills
enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas and collaborating with colleagues
have confidence to work under pressure with the ability to prioritise and plan effectively

Key benefits

WSP offers a range of competitive benefits including:

competitive salary
experience of working on live projects
influential communications
support throughout with guidance from peers and senior team members
25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
flexibility on length of placement

A friendly and inclusive culture at WSP

Across WSP offices in the UK, interns can find a friendly and inclusive culture that respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to the company.

WSP recognises the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experience can bring. This commitment is supported via its Women in Leadership (WiL) network and VIBE LGBT+ employee network. The VIBE and WiL networks collaborate with the business to help ensure that WSP continues to promote the right environment to enable LGBT+ and female employees to reach their full potential, and to ensure WSP continues to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace for all.

WSP employees also come together via a range of social events and have included activity like office Olympics, go karting, BBQs, and WSP's annual Christmas events.

WSP also offers a Professional Growth Network run by early career professionals to help expand their contacts and experience across the UK business.