Project Controls Intern (Available September 2024 - August 2025)

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

• Learning and complying with our defined document control systems and procedures.
• Processing project RFIs and Submittals.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of reports, specifications, correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentations to ensure that the highest quality editing and formatting are presented following branding guidelines.
• Assisting with bid support tasks.
• Client Relationship Manager (CRM) data entry.
• Attending project meetings and providing follow-up support, including preparing meeting notes, agendas, action lists, reminders, and actions items.
• Conducting research, collecting, and analyzing data to prepare reports and documents.
• Performs other duties as required.

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 Bachelors degree or College diploma from an accredited university or college program in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration (Finance/Accounting), Commerce, Project Management or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite applications and other standard applications/software programs and databases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform in a team-oriented environment.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
• The ability to handle confidential assignments with tact and diplomacy.
• The ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member while maintaining focus and productivity.
• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Preferred

• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Our team's notable projects

• Finch West LRT
• Eglinton Crosstown West Extension
• Calgary Cancer Center
• University of British Colombia
• National Music Centre of Canada
• Tim Horton's Field
• Via High Frequency Rail
• New Champlain Bridge
• Queen's Way West Revitalization
  
• Toronto Pearson International Airport

What we offer you

Each year, Arup seeks out students from around the world for our internship/ co-op programs. 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 will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, colour, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility, and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.

If you are contacted by Arup regarding a job opportunity and you feel you need accommodation during the application process, or have a question about our human rights and accessibility accommodation policies, please speak to Human Resources or send an email to americasbenefits@arup.com or call 646-802-3577 to let us know the nature of your request.

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