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Digital Technology Intern (June 2022)

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Digital Technology Intern (June 2022)

Los Angeles, CA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    START HERE, GO ANYWHERE!

    Want to work for a company that invests in innovation and people who catalyze impact in the built environment? Arup is proud to be recognized by Fast Company in their third annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list , which honors businesses and organizations that demonstrate a deep commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels.

    We find solutions for some of the world's most complex problems. From climate action to social value, we consider the broadest impacts of our work. We strive to build a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable future. This purpose shapes our culture and has made us leaders in sustainable development. You'd be joining our multi-disciplinary design teams focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that create a better future for people, places, and the planet.

    During your career at Arup, you'll have the chance to engage in a fulfilling career and work with some of the most highly respected engineers and specialists in the world. You'll also get the opportunity to work on exciting and significant projects, delivering quality work that has a positive and lasting influence on the community and the environment.

    YOU SHOULD APPLY IF:

    • You are passionate about helping people get the most out of technology
    • You are excited by the opportunity to learn new things
    • You value career progression and are open to new opportunities

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS SPECIFIC ROLE WILL INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

    • Acting as client liaison for all Digital Technology-related requests from staff, being first line of engagement to understand and address issues and needs around desktop (Windows, O365 etc.) and infrastructure (compute, storage, network, cloud services, enterprise systems, cybersecurity, etc.), engaging and escalating to other Digital Technology teams as needed
    • Providing value added services to the business, working together with the leadership team to drive technology and help transform business activities
    • Configuring, deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting workstations, laptops, printers, mobile devices, phones and other computer and telecoms equipment
    • Solving complex problems associated with hardware (PCs, Macs, mobile, etc.), software, and services (video conferencing, remote access, etc.) determining the source of problems and classifying their level, priority and nature. When appropriate, escalating or routing them to the appropriate team
    • Helping with a range of office-based technology needs - installations, moves, changes, etc. that involve staff requirements and infrastructure needs, working collaboratively with other DT service teams
    • Responding to, documenting and resolving service tickets in a timely manner according to an agreed service level
    • Documenting procedures, standards, best practices configurations, settings, installation sequences and back-out instructions
    • Following ITIL/Service Management policies and procedures
    • Helping the software asset management team to maintain applications (license management and version control)
    • Helping with communications and training around technical change
    • Playing an active part in our team: helping to build an inclusive environment, sharing your knowledge and promoting best technology practices with colleagues

    SOME OF THE TECHNOLOGY YOU COULD EXPECT TO SUPPORT INCLUDES:

    • Personal computing (HP, Mac, etc.)
    • Mobile computing (iPhone, iPad, Samsung etc. depending on office or regional policy)
    • Microsoft Windows Operating System, Mac OSx (limited)
    • Microsoft 365 and associated services (i.e. OneDrive for Business, MS Teams, etc.)
    • Cloud based solutions (Azure, AWS, etc.)
    • Video conferencing hardware/software based on global standards
    • Office printers and copiers (these vary depending on office or regional policy)

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in IT, computer science or a related field.
    • Minimum of 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Strong technical aptitude and a desire to learn, you should have a proven track record of developing your technical knowledge and applying new skills in a high paced environment
    • Good analytical skills, with ability to solve complex problems and openness in sharing your knowledge and thinking with others
    • Experience of ServiceNow or similar IT Service Management systems
    • Some experience working in a professional services organization
    • Must not require sponsorship, now or in the future to be considered for this role

    DESIRABLE

    • Familiarity with MS Teams and O365
    • Familiarity with software solutions from Adobe, Bluebeam, Cisco, Symantec, etc

    PERSONAL QUALITIES

    • Collaborative, consultative and effective in a consensus-based decision-making culture
    • High energy, motivated, open-minded and willing to embrace innovation and new technology
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; communicating to all levels within an organization
    • Self-starter who takes initiative to work and develop holistic solutions
    • Continually exercises critical thought and judgment to determine the most appropriate action
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with representatives from various organisational offices and levels
    • Strong attention to detail

    NOTABLE PROJECTS

    For over seven decades Arup has been at the forefront of the most ambitious and innovative design and engineering. From concert halls to national stadiums, renewable energy to driverless cars, we continue to add to that history every day.

    • 2nd Avenue Subway, New York
    • Dulles International Airport Expansion, Washington, D.C.
    • Gerald Desmond Bridge, Los Angeles
    • Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building at Dudley Square, Boston
    • WW Grainger Headquarters, Chicago
    • Uptown District Mobility Improvement, Houston
    • Nasher Sculpture Center Garden, Dallas
    • Transbay Transit Center, San Francisco
    • LEED Platinum Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Headquarters, Seattle
    • Queen's Way West Revitalization, Canada
    • Agora Convention Centre in Bogota

    COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT - Arup requires all new employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Arup is an equal opportunity employer and consistent with federal, state, and local requirements, will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on disability or sincerely held religious beliefs where it is able to do so without undue hardship to Arup.

    ARUP IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

    We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com.

  • Industry
    Engineering
  • About Us

    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.