Lighting Consulting Intern (Summer 2027)

ReqID: LOS0000YD

Lighting Consulting Intern

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

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 inside of Photoshop and Adobe Suite

• Report writing

• Working on projects using Revit

• Giving initial structure to ideas through testing and using spreadsheets, reports, sketching and analyses for discussion

• Working with vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects and assist in facilitating meetings

• Attending meetings and learning from listening, participating with teams, architects and other disciplines

Is this role right for you?

• Pursuing a Bachelor or Master's Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Building Science, Theatre design or similar 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, AutoCAD, Revit and/or SketchUp

• Experience with MS word, Excel, and Adobe Suite

• Experience with AGI-32, Dialux, or similar lighting software

• Capability to explain spatial design in a conversational and visual context

• Coursework in Architectural or Lighting Systems Design and/or Building Systems Design

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working

• Portfolio or work sample included in application

• Internship experience in a consulting firm with emphasis on lighting design preferred

• Academic research with relevant focus preferred

• Membership in IES and Student IALD preferred

• Experience with Radiance preferred

• Experience with technical writing preferred

• Exposure to programming such as, but not limited to, Python, C++, C# preferred

• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment

• Skilled in hand sketching preferred

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Candidate must be eligible to work in the US without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future to be considered for this role.

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.

• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.

• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.

• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

What we offer you

At 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 recognises 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.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

Los Angeles Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $22.00 to $43.50 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 Los Angeles will differ.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

Different people, shared values

Arup 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

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact your recruiter to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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