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Sustainable Design Analyst Intern (Available June 2025)

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Arup

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    Sustainability
  • Los Angeles

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  • You must be pursuing a relevant Master’s, have coursework in sustainability, knowledge of building systems, simulation tools, and frameworks, plus strong communication and analytical skills.
  • You will assist in sustainable design projects, conduct simulations, prepare reports, research sustainability topics, analyze building performance, and participate in design workshops and client meetings.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Master’s degree in sustainability in the built environment such as Architecture, Building Science, Mechanical/Electrical/Public Health/Civil/Environmental Engineering, City Planning, Environmental Science/Policy/Management, or similar
  • Successful completion of coursework in sustainability, operational/embodied carbon, climate change, resilience, lifecycle costs, distributed energy resources, social equity, and environmental justice issues
  • Demonstrated foundational understanding of concepts related to sustainability, operational/embodied carbon, climate change, resilience, lifecycle costs, distributed energy resources, social equity, and environmental justice issues in the built environment
  • Knowledge base of building systems and building design, including building fabric, lighting control strategies, mechanical HVAC, renewable energy generation systems, external solar shading devices, daylighting strategies, and sizing mechanical plant and equipment
  • Knowledge of building energy simulation, whole-life carbon software such as, EnergyPlus, IES VE, Rhino + Grasshopper, SketchUp, OpenStudio, Tally, Athena Impact Estimator, One Click LCA
  • Knowledge of sustainability frameworks such as LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, Envision, etc.
  • Professional accreditation under a sustainability rating framework such as LEED or WELL accredited professional preferred
  • Excellent time management skills, with ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional research, writing, communication, and presentation skills to communicate work in a clear, concise, and logical format
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
  • Proficient in use of software like MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, interactive Adobe PDFs
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the senior staff in the delivery of sustainable design and analysis work
  • Working towards a proficiency in thermal simulations and analysis for a variety of project design goals and outcomes
  • Preparing written reports, visuals, graphics, and other project deliverables for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Participate in early design charrettes and workshops to enhance sustainability, holistic design approaches, and design coordination
  • Contribute to projects at various stages of ideation or implementation at various scales of intervention, from single measures to fit-outs, to master-planning, and infrastructure developments
  • Conduct research into a variety of sustainability, decarbonization, resilience, and equity topics (e.g., sustainability and/or resilience policy, health of communities, and social equity)
  • Support building performance analysis by developing lifecycle cost calculations, water balance calculations, building energy studies, renewable and distributed energy feasibility studies, operational and embodied carbon calculations, or resilience assessments, under guidance from more senior members of the team
  • Conduct site visits for field data collection and actively participate in internal or external client meetings along with more senior members of the team
  • Contribute to project deliverables including presentations and reports, managing sub-tasks to assist the team in tracking project deliverables and schedules

FAQs

What is the hiring range for the Sustainable Design Analyst Intern position?

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $23.50 to $35 per hour, depending on experience, educational background, and skill level.

What educational background is preferred for this internship?

We are looking for candidates pursuing a Master’s degree in sustainability in the built environment, such as Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, City Planning, Environmental Science, or a related field.

What kind of tasks will I be responsible for in this role?

As a Sustainable Design Analyst Intern, you will support senior staff with sustainable design analysis, conduct research, prepare reports, participate in design charrettes, and support building performance analysis, among other tasks.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the internship?

Yes, interns will have opportunities to grow through various learning initiatives and can participate in the Graduate Experience Program to network and learn about the firm and its projects.

Is previous experience in sustainability frameworks required?

While previous experience is preferred, a foundational understanding of sustainability frameworks such as LEED, WELL, and others is essential.

How does Arup promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Arup actively promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce by welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and supporting various internal employee networks focused on different aspects of diversity.

Will I need any specific software knowledge for this internship?

Yes, knowledge of building energy simulation and whole-life carbon software such as EnergyPlus, IES VE, Rhino + Grasshopper, and others, as well as proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, is important.

Do I need work authorization to apply for this position?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to work in the US without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Will there be opportunities to visit project sites during the internship?

Yes, interns will conduct site visits for field data collection and participate in client meetings alongside senior team members.

Is there a mentorship aspect to the internship?

Yes, interns will work under the guidance of more senior members of the team, providing opportunities for mentorship and learning.

Arup

We shape a better world

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working across 140 countries. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology and rigour to shape a better world.

Culture & Values

  • Quality of work

    Ove Arup was always clear: money is not our main aim, it’s quality that comes first. There are many ways to define ‘quality’ but whatever we do, we aim to produce the most thoughtful, creative and sustainable solutions – for our clients and the communities we work in.

  • Total architecture

    Our spirit is collaborative. Working life at Arup is never about titles, we listen in order to create and learn. ‘Total architecture’ simply means bringing everyone together, to benefit from their experience and insights. It also means we constantly evolve, adopting new disciplines, new people, and new ideas.

  • Humane organisation

    Ove Arup’s goal was that we should always remain a humane and friendly organisation, however large we became. You’ll find people at all levels of seniority are willing to help, discuss or share their experience. A humane organisation is also one focused on working hard to improve the lives of people our work touches.

  • Straight and honourable dealings

    Innovative and inspiring work is always built on trust. That’s why we expect the highest moral standards from our people – work of quality cannot be achieved any other way. A shared commitment to our values is how we produce great work for our clients, with enduring value for the communities around us.

  • Social usefulness

    Having a greater purpose than financial gain was how Ove always believed Arup’s work could remain inspiring. Today, social usefulness means many things for us, from pushing designs to be as sustainable and inclusive as possible, to our people’s commitment to community engagement.

  • Reasonable prosperity

    Money might not have been Ove Arup’s main priority for the firm, but he recognised the value of rewarding talent and remaining a great employer. Today we offer competitive salaries and benefits, wherever in the world you work for us. And as a membership organisation, we share our profits with our people twice annually.