Building Systems Engineering Intern (January - April 2026)

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See it differently

See it differently

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.

The Information Technology and Communications (ITC) team in the Toronto office is made up of Electronic Communications Engineers and Consultants, working in the built environment in the ITC, Electronic Security and/or Audio-Visual systems workspace.

The Opportunity

• Opportunity to attend internal/external meetings to help consult on technology strategy and requirements and craft the future implementation of digital technology in the built environment. Learn from listening, asking questions and discussion

• Design digital technology systems for the built environment including data/voice networks, wireless/radio systems, telephony, security systems, public address, audio-visual systems, airport systems, healthcare systems, and transit systems

• Opportunity to assist with System Integration Management and Enterprise Architecture activities

• Explore how people, process, technology, and the environment must be combined for each project to enable successful integration solutions to realize business goals

• Use project delivery assistance tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam

• Opportunity to be involved in discussions with Contractors, Architects, Planners, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Structural Engineers to gain knowledge & experiences

Is this role right for you?

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in system design, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or relevant engineering focus

• Excellent communication skills needed for team-based working

• Keen curiosity about pursuing a career in the field of ITC, Electronic Security, and/or Audio-Visual through technology infrastructure and systems design and consulting in the built environment

• Detail oriented with excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment

• Must be highly motivated, proactive, collaborative, and willing to handle new challenges

• Previous internship experience advantageous

• Experience with: Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams

• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Preferred

• Experience with: AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Bluebeam, MicroStation, Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint, or Project

• Eligible to become a member of the PEO/OIQ/APEGA

• Internship experience in an engineering design consulting firm

• History of technical presentations and writing, knowledge sharing with peers

• Academic research or testing with relevant focus

• Confirmed ability to perform in a deadline driven environment

• Evidence of teamwork, and leadership such as professional accomplishment or honor society

We’re looking for:

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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Our intern experience offers you:

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

Toronto Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $21 to $38 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 Toronto will differ.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll invite you to showcase your skills through a pre-recorded video interview if you’ve met the minimum requirements. After reviewing your submission, a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.  

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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-

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world. 

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