Urban Design Intern; Summer

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.

• 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 Mass motion, SYNCHRO, Vissim, HASTUS, and Remix.
• Attending team, consultant and client meetings
• Presentations
• Working with people from other disciplines to gain knowledge on new subjects.

• 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.

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.

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