Urban Design Intern (Summer 2027)

Arup; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Arup is a global consultancy seeking an Urban Design Intern in Austin. You will conduct background research, collect data, perform analyses, and document findings while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on sustainable urban design projects.

The role requires you to be pursuing a related bachelor’s degree and to demonstrate strong organization, presentation, and communication skills, with CAD/GIS experience. Austin Hiring Range applies; work authorization in the US is required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation, sociology, anthropology, economics, geography, civil engineering, or related field required
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Experience using CAD, GIS or other analytical software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Ability to contribute to projects our team works on

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research on specific locations, strategies or policies
• Data collection and analysis
• Completing and documenting technical analyses
• Report writing
• Performing analyses using tools including Excel, PowerBI, GIS, R, FME and more project-specific tools
• Attending team, consultant and client meetings

Skills

Urban design

Communication

Presentation

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

ReqID: AUS00004Q

Urban Design 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

• Conducting background research on specific locations, strategies or policies
• Data collection and analysis
• Completing and documenting technical analyses
• Report writing
• Performing analyses using a variety of tools including Excel, PowerBI, GIS, R, FME and (depending on the project) more detailed tools such as Massmotion, SYNCHRO, Vissim, HASTUS, and Remix.
• Attending team, consultant and client meetings
• Presentations
• Working with people from other disciplines to gain knowledge on new subjects.

Is this role right for you?

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation, sociology, anthropology, economics, geography, civil engineering, or related field required
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Experience using CAD, GIS or other analytical software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Ability to contribute to projects our team works on

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

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
• 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.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date.

What we offer you

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

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

Austin Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Austin is $20.00 to $39.50 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 Austin will differ.

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

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