Summer Internship – Research and Strategy Analyst (Foresight) – London

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Introduction to Foresight

Arup’s Foresight team is a multi-disciplinary team that carries out research and delivers thought leadership on issues affecting the future of the built environment and society at large. Our work is geared towards helping our clients recognise new opportunities and solutions to complex challenges and identify ways of building resilience against future risks under varying contexts. As part of our work, we generate insight, develop strategies, engage and collaborate with high-profile stakeholders, identify and explore emerging trends, create and assess future scenarios, and much more. We work across disciplines and areas of expertise at Arup, as well as for external clients from a broad range of sectors.

The role and requirements

The successful candidate will provide analytical and research support to the Foresight team – playing an integral role in developing high-quality, cutting-edge, and influential research, strategy and thought leadership. We are looking for someone with strong analytical, research and critical-thinking skills, and a deep curiosity for factors affecting the future of the built environment. Research will focus on different regions of the world and include subject matter concerning the future of energy, materials and resource management, infrastructure planning, finance and delivery, regional and urban development, climate change resilience and mitigation, and much more.

We are looking for someone who can work dynamically and collaboratively within a team, exhibits a strong desire to learn and dive into and understand new subjects, and is willing to take on and contribute towards a wide range of tasks to deliver project outcomes and support project leads. This role is for someone who enjoys exploring complex problems from different angles, and is enthusiastic about proposing, testing and deploying new methods of research and engagement. Responsibilities will include conducting research and policy analysis; synthesising quantitative and qualitative insights into clear summaries; reviewing and discussing project briefs with the project lead and actively contributing ideas to shape content and its presentation in project deliverables.

We are looking for applicants studying towards a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environment, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Energy, Statistics, Economics and/or a related field.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for internship students with curiosity, personal drive, design flair and technical knowhow. If you can combine these skills with an understanding of (or willingness to learn about) and a desire to deliver excellent services for clients, we’d like to hear from you. Arup summer internship opportunities typically run for 6-10 weeks. You must be available to start the internship opportunity during Summer 2023 and commit to completing the programme in full.

What we offer you

Beyond a great salary and stimulating, technically challenging work, Arup offers a range of additional benefits to its people. You’ll have access to lots of learning opportunities including a structured induction and ongoing training through Arup university. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup’s community engagement programme.

Next steps

Please click on the role that most interests you to find out further information and to apply. We then ask that you complete the application form, attaching any required documents. We’ll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. You are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in advance of the application deadline. Our assessment centres for this opportunity will take place from December 2022.

Different people, shared values

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world. At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks – BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women – provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference.

At Arup, we are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you. Learn how our Work Unbound initiative is giving all our members greater flexibility in deciding how and where they work.