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Plumbing Engineering Intern (Available June 2024)

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Plumbing Engineering Intern (Available June 2024)

Boston, MA +1 location
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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

    • Design of Plumbing and Fire Protection systems within the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable design
    • Support designing plumbing systems such as domestic water, sanitary/vent, and storm systems.
    • Support designing fire protection systems fire sprinkler and standpipe systems.
    • Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop integrated solutions for complex buildings
    • Undertaking and documenting engineering analysis work, including code research, load calculations, and equipment sizing, in a clear manner.
    • Document system design in Revit MEP
    • Communicate technical ideas to a broad range of audiences using various formats, including presentations and workshops
    • Write reports documenting calculation methods and results, design assumptions, and other technical information
    • The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our changing environment
    • Influence with design on sustainable outcome for our clients to align with Arup sustainability commitment.
    • Assisting in construction administration activities such as site visits and submittal reviews.

    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.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
    • Coursework in fluid hydraulics/piping/fluid dynamics
    • Shown interest in the built environment and sustainable development
    • Ability to collaborate with clients
    • Good time management habits, ability to multi-task, ability to sustain focus on long tasks
    • Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way
    • Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity
    • Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our changing environment
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills needed for team-based working
    • Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
    • Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

    Preferred:

    • Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher
    • EIT/FE certification
    • Membership in ASPE, ASSE, ASHRAE, NFPA, or SFPE.
    • Courses in sustainability or USGBC participation
    • Revit or 3D modeling experience
    • Shown ability to perform in a paid work environment with intermittent supervision
    • Past history of technical presentations and technical writing
    • Computer programming languages (e.g., Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper)

    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.

    New York City Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York City, NY is $26.00 to $37.00 per hour. 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 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 race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.

  • Industry
    Engineering
  • Locations
    San Francisco, CA • Boston, MA
  • 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.