Planning/Engineering/Environmental Intern (January - April 2027)

Arup; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Mentoring

Inclusive culture

UN SDGs focus

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Planning/Engineering/Environmental Intern for January–April 2027 in Canada, preferably Toronto or Ottawa. The role offers shadowing across engineering, planning and environmental disciplines, with participation in billable projects and internal/external meetings.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the related fields, can communicate clearly in writing and speech, and demonstrate initiative and teamwork. Hybrid work and Indigenous eligibility are noted.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Planning/Engineering/Environmental Science related area of study.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both written and verbally.
• Attitude of taking independent initiative, exhibiting creative problem-solving, eagerness to learn, while remaining dedicated to teamwork.
• Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Must not require sponsorship, now or in the future to be considered for this role

Responsibilities

• Job Shadowing.
• Work across various engineering, planning, and consulting discipline groups.
• Working day to day on billable and active projects related to your area of study/discipline/major.
• Actively engage in online technical training's
• Engage in internal and external meetings (including potential client meetings)
• Participate in local events (staff meetings, panels, and networking events)
• Interpret and respond to design issues using listening and visual demonstrations
• Provide perspective on projects and deliverables

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent thinking

Team collaboration

Proactiveness

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in Planning/Engineering/Environmental Science

Job description

Planning/Engineering/Environmental Intern (January - April 2027)

Planning/Engineering/Environmental Intern (January- April 2027)

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.
We are currently seeking an Intern in one of our Canadian offices (preferably Toronto or Ottawa). As part of Arup’s commitment to reconciliation, this position is reserved for an applicant who is an Indigenous Person in Canada. Applicants must include a cover letter and resume confirming their qualifications based on the description in this posting. Should an application have sufficient merit to proceed to the interview phase of the selection process, applicants must provide a copy of their identification as a member of an Indigenous community in Canada. Only complete applications will be considered for this role.

The Opportunity

• Job Shadowing
• Work across various engineering, planning, and consulting discipline groups
• Working day to day on billable and active projects related to your area of study/discipline/major
• Actively engage in online technical training's
• Engage in internal and external meetings (including potential client meetings)
• Participate in local events (staff meetings, panels, and networking events)
• Interpret and respond to design issues using listening and visual demonstrations
• Provide perspective on projects and deliverables

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Planning/Engineering/Environmental Science related area of study
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both written and verbally
• Attitude of taking independent initiative, exhibiting creative problem-solving, eagerness to learn, while remaining dedicated to teamwork
• Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Must not require sponsorship, now or in the future to be considered for this role

Preferred:

• Academic research, coursework, or other experience within the built environment
• Previous experience of technical presentations and technical writing through coursework

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Advert Closing Date: 18th December 2026
Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Our intern experience offers you:

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.
• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities
  

Toronto Hiring Range -The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $21.00 to $39.00 per hour. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.
Ottawa Hiring Range -The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Ottawa is $19.00 to $35.00 per hour. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Ottawa will differ.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Applications meeting minimum eligibility requirements will be reviewed by hiring managers. Those selected will undergo a brief phone screen and next steps will be discussed.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also firmly committed to reconciliation and, to that end, have reserved this role for Indigenous applicants.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-

Arup acknowledges that our Toronto office is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Wendat peoples, which is held under the Toronto Purchase Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.

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