Summer Internships - Strategic Advisory null

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,200 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

WSP Summer Internships

A WSP Summer Internship provides you the opportunity to connect with our technical experts and strategic advisors, who can impart a wealth of collective experience and knowledge.

To be eligible for an internship within our Strategic Advisory teams, you must be:

• Ideally completing your second to last year of study before the summer break
• Ideally planning to graduate at the end of 2026
• Studying for a relevant degree:
  • Building Science
  • Economics
  • Chemical and Process Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Natural Resources Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Environmental Science
  • Natural Resources Management
• Available to work mid-November to mid-February
• Interested in obtaining a Graduate role with WSP in 2027

What’s in it for you?

• Real world experience and the opportunity to apply the knowledge you’ve obtained at university
• Exposure to future-shaping projects both nationally and internationally
• Networking with our Graduates, industry professionals, and clients
• Fantastic social events and various sport/social teams
• Summer Intern Programme for personal and professional development

WSP Strategic Advisory Sector

Our multi-disciplinary team of 70+ people encompass strategic consulting and infrastructure planning, infrastructure funding and investment advisory, strategic asset management, climate change adaptation and sustainability, socio-economic-environmental research, and risk management.

Clients include: Auckland Council; Auckland Transport; Department of Corrections; KiwiRail; Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment; New Zealand Defence Force; and Watercare.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

WSP NZ has twice proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer surveys. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees. 

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

Next Steps

We will be in touch following the close of applications.

Keep a close eye on your email (don’t forget to check your junk or spam folders) for updates on the progress of your application.

• Applications open 7 July
• Applications close 31 July
• Interviews 18-19 August
• Job offers!