Lighting Design Intern

ReqID: SAN
0000ZY

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 interns to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

• Develop concepts and strategies for lighting projects, with senior team members
• Lighting calculations (Electrical and Day lighting)
• Produce lighting modeling including building computer and physical models (3‑D and 2‑D)
• Develop visual materials to represent lighting designs, including inside of Photoshop and Adobe Suite
• Report writing
• Working on projects using Revit
• Giving initial structure to ideas through testing and using spreadsheets, reports, sketching and analyses for discussion
• Working with vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects and assist in facilitating meetings
• Attending meetings and learning from listening, participating with teams, architects and other disciplines

• Pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Building Science, Theatre design or similar related field
• Core interest in the lighting design industry with an emphasis on architectural lighting design, day lighting, or architectural application of theatre lighting design
• Understanding of lighting fundamentals including photometric quantities, calculation techniques, and light source types
• Ability to model in 3D via Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit and/or Sketch Up
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Suite
• Experience with AGI‑32, Dialux, or similar lighting software
• Capability to explain spatial design in a conversational and visual context
• Coursework in Architectural or Lighting Systems Design and/or Building Systems Design
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team‑based working
• Portfolio or work sample included in application
• Internship experience in a consulting firm with emphasis on lighting design preferred
• Academic research with relevant focus preferred
• Membership in IES and Student IALD preferred
• Experience with Radiance preferred
• Experience with technical writing preferred
• Exposure to programming such as, but not limited to, Python, C++, C# preferred
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Skilled in hand sketching preferred
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the US without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future to be considered for this role

• 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

• Purpose‑driven work:
  Join an employee‑owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
• Create remarkable outcomes:
  We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities
• Inclusive culture:
  Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs
• Career growth:
  Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future
• Work‑life balance:
  Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles, CA is $24/hour to $43/hour. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and…