Student Architectural Designer/Intern (Available January - April 2024)

A Future with purpose

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.

The Opportunity

• Producing project related correspondence and reports 
• Visualization and rendering skills  
• Project and team administration duties 
• Preparing and developing drawings, models, images, and other documents within a BIM focused environment
• Producing architectural designs and/or work with other designers to develop designs using relevant architectural software including Revit, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite (Grasshopper, MicroStation and / or AutoCAD are a bonus) 
• Coding and programming skills are bonus 
• Working directly with architectural colleagues and other professionals  
• Co-ordinating work with other disciplines 

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for current students who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have a track record of strong design skills and creativity
• Be enthusiastic and collaborative
• Have a high level of self-motivation, initiative, and curiosity
• Actively contribute to a team-oriented environment
• Have excellent graphic (including hand sketching), written, and verbal communication skills
• Actively listens and communicates with colleagues
• Proactively engage with the project and respond to project deadlines
• Be receptive to and supportive of change
• Have appetite for self-development and learning
• Seek creative and innovative solutions
• Be responsible for high quality work

Qualifications:  

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in architecture from an accredited school of architecture (i.e. Bachelor of Environmental Design, Bachelor and Architectural Science).  Or
• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future to be considered for this role
• Currently enrolled in a diploma program in an Architectural Technician or Technology Program 
• You must submit a Portfolio to be considered for this position
• Students actively enrolled within co-operative learning program at their respective University or College will be prioritized. 

Our team’s notable projects

• Finch West LRT, Toronto (Rail)  
• High Frequency Rail, Toronto (Rail) 
• Citiringen, Copenhagen (Rail)  
• Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, Toronto (Rail) 
• 1 Triton Square, London (Property)  
• OnCorr, Toronto 

What We Offer You

Each year, Arup seeks out students from around the world for our internship/ co-op programs. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our interns learn quickly, are natural problem solvers and thrive on innovation. You will work alongside talented professionals and contribute to the success of real projects. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects and social events.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for remote work are available throughout the program.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly to begin the interview process. For any status updates regarding your candidacy please be sure to check your candidate portal.

Different people, shared values

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – 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.

Arup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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