Location: Edinburgh Job Type: Summer Internship Closing Date: 31 January 2025 Ref: 5153 A Future with Purpose At Arup, we’re dedicated to sustainable development and socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have 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, exploring challenges with curiosity and creativity to deliver remarkable outcomes. The Opportunity On this 6-week Summer Internship, you'll work alongside skilled professionals on real-life meaningful projects, adding value to clients while exploring challenges with curiosity and creativity. Learn from others, create your professional network, and participate in regular learning sessions, site visits, and social events supporting your development. This internship aims to welcome students back into our other programmes, serving as a stepping stone to your future. We’re looking for a Summer Intern to join our Energy Advisory team, assisting with expanding workloads across Heat Decarbonisation, Offshore Wind, and Hydrogen projects. You'll work with colleagues from across the UK and beyond. Your day-to-day tasks may include: Feasibility studies on technology options including district heating/cooling, renewable energy, hydrogen, energy storage, and city-wide energy plans Net zero and energy strategy delivery work at a city or national level Assessing financial and energy reduction benefits of various technology options Data modelling and analysis Commercial analysis and financial modelling Project delivery design advice supporting senior colleagues Organising and attending internal and external meetings Policy and legislation investigation surrounding net zero objectives, especially regarding heat decarbonisation and renewables Supporting development of proposals for new commissions Participating in ongoing group research activities Report writing Contributing to presentations Is this role right for you? We seek a summer intern with enthusiasm, curiosity, personal drive, technical aptitude, and clear communication skills. Our focus is the decarbonisation of cities, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences. While remote working is possible, we prefer interns to join us in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Qualifications and Skills: Student in an undergraduate or post-graduate course related to the energy industry, focusing on sustainability and the net zero agenda Good experience and interest in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Excellent interpersonal, numerical, written, analytical, and research skills Knowledge and interest in energy policy, including heat generation and decarbonisation What we offer you: We provide an attractive total reward package, competitive pay, and a career where you can belong, grow, and thrive. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects for remarkable outcomes. Permanent members enjoy profit share, private medical insurance, life assurance, and flexible benefits for individual needs. Next steps: Apply by completing the application form and attaching necessary documents. We review applications on a rolling basis, so apply early. Different people, shared values: We value unique perspectives and backgrounds, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We aim for equitable spaces and systems, fostering a sense of belonging for all. We commit to accessible recruitment processes and workplaces.