Lighting Consulting Intern (Available June 2025)NewAmericas RegionNEW0001Q6Requisition #A future with purposeAt 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.Wesolve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organisation which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.The opportunity
Develop concepts and strategies for lighting projects, with senior team members
Lighting calculations (Electrical and Daylighting)
Produce lighting modeling including building computer and physical models (3-D and 2-D)
Develop visual materials to represent lighting designs, including using Photoshop and Adobe Suite
Report writing
Working on projects using Revit
Giving initial structure to ideas through testing and evaluation using sketching, calculation tools and spreadsheets for discussion
Working with vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects, product capabilities, and assist in facilitating meetings
Attending project meetings and learning from listening, participating with teams, architects and other disciplines
Is this role right for you?We’re looking for graduates 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 shareyour 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.Required
Pursuing a Professional Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Lighting, Building Science, Theatre design or similar lighting-related field
Core interest in the lighting design industry with an emphasis on architectural lighting design, daylighting, 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, Revit or similar
Experience with MS word, Excel, AGI 32 (or Dialux or similar lighting software) and Adobe Suite
Capability to explain spatial design in a conversational manner and with visual context
Coursework in Architectural or Lighting Systems Design and/or Building Systems Design
Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
Preferred
Internship experience in a consulting firm with emphasis on lighting design
Academic research with lighting focus
Membership in IES and Student IALD
Experience with Radiance or similar daylighting calculation platforms
Experience in technical writing
Exposure to programming such as, but not limited to linux shells, Python, C, PHP, etc.
Presentation skills
The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organization skills
Skilled in hand sketching, graphic design, or similar visual design capabilities
Portfolio or work sample included in application
Our teams notable projects
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, New York City
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York City
Dilworth Park featuring Pulse, Philadelphia
LAX Expansion, Los Angeles
WPI Foisie Innovation Studio and Messenger Hall, Worchester, MA
Marina Del Ray Hospital, Los Angeles
Bay Meadows Parks, San Francisco
Confidential Tech Company Campus Cupertino, CA
Penn State’s Art Museum at The Arboretum, State College, PA
What we offer youAt 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 recognizes 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.When you start your career with Arup, you will have the opportunity to deliver high quality valuable work for our clients. Our inclusive and diverse work environment will allow you to thrive and build your technical, project management and business development skills needed to be successful in our firm. As a Graduate you have the opportunity to attend our Graduate Experience Program giving you the opportunity to meet your peers across the region and learn about our people, projects, and clients through panel discussions, design activities, and networking events.New York City Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York City is $26.00 to $37.00 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 New York City, NY will differ.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 alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the futureNext StepsWe 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 which is an invitation to complete a Pre-recorded Video Interview (PRVI), at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.Different people, shared valuesArup 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.Arup is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.Stay safe online. Recruitment fraud is on the rise, and Arup’s name, logo, and branding have been used in fraudulent job advertisements. Arup will never ask for bank information as part of our recruitment process.#goarup#LI-DF1Previous Job SearchesMy ProfileCreate and manage profiles for future opportunities.My SubmissionsTrack your opportunities.Similar ListingsAmericas RegionNew York, New York, United StatesLightingRequisition #:NEW0001PG©Arup Careers. All rights reserved.EOE-Protected Veterans/Disability