Social Development Intern

Arup; Bogotá; Hybrid; COP 22,320,000 - 24,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Training & development

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Social Development Consulting Intern in Bogota, Colombia. The six‑month internship is full‑time, with a hybrid work model and a competitive local salary range (COP 2,000,000 to COP 2,200,000 per month).

You will assist in developing sustainable and socially responsible solutions and help apply environmental standards across project stages. You will review reports for due diligence, engage with communities and stakeholders, and collaborate with teams to address design issues.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Political Sciences, Sociology, or related subjects.
• Advanced proficiency in English (B2 or above).
• Eligible to work in Colombia without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing sustainable, socially responsible solutions/projects.
• Understand and apply national/international environmental standards for project viability.
• Collaborate with teams to evaluate planning standards for site development and master planning.
• Attend meetings with communities, clients, and authorities to discuss needs and design issues.
• Review and produce reports for environmental due diligence in Colombia and LATAM.

Skills

English B2+

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology / Political Sciences / Sociology

Job description

Social Development Consulting Intern

See it differently

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.

The Opportunity

• This is a full-time, six-month internship (“pasantía”, in Spanish).
• Assisting with the development of innovative, sustainable and socially responsible solutions/projects to social and environmental problems, challenges and dynamics.
• Understanding and integrating national regulatory and international standardized environments for gaining approval and viability at different stages of project development/delivery.
• Performing exciting teamwork to evaluate, select, recommend and apply national and international environmental engineering planning standards, practices, actions and design techniques, procedures, and criteria for site development and master planning projects.
• Attending decision making scenarios with communities, clients, environmental/infrastructure authorities and other relevant stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design issues.
• Helping review and produce reports for environmental due diligence processes in Colombia and LatAm.

Is this role right for you?

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree (Pregrado) in Anthropology, Political Sciences, Sociology, or related subjects.
• Sound knowledge of national and international environmental aspects, citizen participation, community engagement, ethnic, communities, resettlement issues or gender equity, among others.
• Professional demeanor
• Outstanding communication skills essential for team-based working
• Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment
• Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges
• Submit your resume in English.
• Advanced proficiency (verbal and written, B2 or above) in English
• Must be eligible to work in Colombia without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future
• Candidates must be enrolled at one of the following universities to be considered, as we currently have agreements in place with these universities: Universidad de los Andes, Universidad Nacional de Colombia - Sede Bogota, Universidad del Rosario, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Universidad Central, Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería Julio Garavito, Universidad de la Sabana, Universidad El Bosque, Universidad Distrital Francisco Jose de Caldas, Universidad de Antioquia.

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.

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

Bogota, Colombia Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in this office is from COP 2,000,000 to COP 2,200,000 per month. 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 Bogota will differ.

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

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

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-at-arup .

Reconocemos que la oficina de Arup en Bogotá se encuentra en el territorio de los pueblos Muisca. Reconocemos esta tierra y su gente para construir una comprensión compartida de cómo nuestro pasado colectivo nos ha llevado hasta donde estamos hoy. A través de nuestros compromisos en constante desarrollo , nos esforzamos por fortalecer nuestras relaciones con esta tierra, su gente y sus tratados para dar forma a un mundo mejor y más inclusivo.

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