Urban Planning Intern (Available July 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

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), six month internship (practíca) running from July to January.

·       Assisting senior staff and gaining exposure on a variety of projects such as urban and regional planning, mobility and policy analysis, bicycle and pedestrian planning and development policy and economics

·       Conducting research and analysis both for project formulation and development as well as writing reports for internal and external purposes based on findings

·       Supporting preparation of project presentations, workshops, graphic materials and coordination and project management activities both within the urban planning team and the broader office

·       Supporting administrative tasks

·       Coordinating with multiple disciplines and working in conjunction with project managers to help complete assigned tasks

·       Understanding trends and best practices in urban planning, community development, transport and urban logistics

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.

·       Working towards a Bachelor’s degree (Pregrado) in Urban Studies, Urban Management

·       Excellent writing, analytical and research skills

·       Interest and academic experience with geospatial analysis (e.g., ArcGIS,), statistical and urban data analysis

·       Strong teamwork capabilities, and an outstanding sense of responsibility, contribution and achievement

·       Self-starter and ability to contribute to different teams and disciplines, and a diverse range of activities, including administrative

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working  

·       Proficiency in MS Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, among others.

·       Advanced English Skills (verbal and written, B2 or above). Knowledge of Portuguese will be a plus. 

·       Must be enrolled at the following universities: Universidad de los Andes, Universidad Nacional de Colombia - Sede Bogota, Universidad del Rosario, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Universidad Central, Universidad Externado de Colombia and will need to apply through respective university portal in addition to completing an application here.

·       Submit your resume in English.

·       Eligible to work in Colombia.

Our team’s notable projects

·       Barranquilla public spaces and historic center master plans

·       Concept study for a bike network for the Cali-region area

·       Montería urban botanical park

·       Electro-Mobility financing and business models in three Colombian cities: Cali,-Bucaramanga and Pereira

·       Colman-Leziza Integrated Urban Strategy, Montevideo, Uruguay

·       Agora Convention Centre, Bogota

·       The Atrio Towers, Bogota

What we offer you

Each year, Arup seeks out students from around the world for our summer internship program. 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 and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, disability, age, ethnic origin, citizenship, language, health conditions, marital status, union membership, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, political or philosophical opinions, pregnancy status, family status or any other protected characteristic under the law.

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