Urban Design Intern (Summer 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Flexible working

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Arup is seeking an ambitious undergraduate to join our team in Austin for a hands-on, research-driven role. You’ll support location studies, collect data, and document technical analyses while learning from experienced professionals across multi-disciplinary projects.

You’ll use CAD, GIS and analytics tools (Excel, PowerBI, R, FME, Massmotion, SYNCHRO, Vissim, HASTUS, Remix) to inform planning and design decisions. This role offers growth, flexible working, and exposure to real client work.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
• Critical thinker open to new ideas and challenges to the status quo.
• Growth mindset with eagerness to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Willingness to take on challenges and adapt to a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Conducting background research on locations, strategies or policies.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Completing and documenting technical analyses.
• Performing analyses using tools like Excel, PowerBI, GIS, R, FME and others.
• Attending team, consultant and client meetings.
• Presentations to stakeholders.

Skills

Prioritization

Organization

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree candidate in urban planning, transportation, sociology, anthropology, economics, geography, civil engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD

GIS

Excel

PowerBI

R

FME

Massmotion

SYNCHRO

Vissim

HASTUS

Remix

Job description

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
• 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.

Advert Closing Date: 12th November 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.

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.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact your recruiter to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Arup acknowledges that our Austin office is situated on the traditional territories of the Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, Comanche, and Lipan Apache peoples.

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