Lighting Intern

HDR, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Lighting Intern to support the architectural lighting design team in Pennington, NJ.

You will work under the supervision of a Project Lighting Designer, contributing to presentation graphics and construction drawings while developing hands-on skills in lighting software and documentation. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and clear communication, with engagement in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and communication skills.
• Active participant in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Mentor opportunities: connect with staff for guidance.
• Participate in HDR Young Professionals Group programs.
• Perform assignments under the supervision of a Project Lighting Designer.
• Develop presentation graphics to communicate concepts in design discussions.
• Document lighting and lighting controls in Revit models to produce complete construction drawings.
• Perform photometric calculations in AGI32.
• Assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:  'https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Lighting Intern, we’ll count on you to:

• Connect with staff at all levels for mentoring opportunities
• Have the ability to participate in the HDR Young Professionals Group programs
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Project Lighting Designer
• Participate in the architectural design process and develop presentation graphics to communicate concepts
• Document lighting and lighting controls in Revit models under the direct supervision of a Project Lighting Designer to produce complete construction drawings.
• Perform photometric calculations in AGI32.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Preference will be given to local candidates*

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-New Jersey-Pennington

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affinity Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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