Sustainability Intern, Summer 2024
Job Description :
If you have an interest in sustainability planning and zero carbon strategies and want to work with
some of the world’s most innovative clients, Buro Happold has the perfect role for you. We are
seeking a passionate Sustainability Intern to join our Sustainability & Analytics team on a full-time
basis. This role can be based in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, or Seattle.
As a Sustainability Intern, you will be technically and creatively challenged on projects that include
design support and innovation, high-performance strategies, materials research, energy, carbon,
water and waste analysis and modelling, etc. From helping shape cities, to adapting infrastructure to
deal with the climate emergency, a career at Buro Happold presents the chance to make a
difference
During your time in this Sustainability & Analytics role, you can expect to:
- Research energy, carbon water and waste strategies, studying opportunities to reduce impact and resource consumption
- Research of materials and innovative indoor air quality design strategies
- Investigate preferred site strategies for stormwater management, external comfort, heat island reduction, improved air and acoustic quality, biodiversity and ecology, enhanced user experience Assess renewable energy production feasibility and research viable technologies and available funding and incentive opportunities.
- The successful Sustainability Intern will be currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Architectural Engineering, Energy Planning, Mechanical, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Sustainability
- Coursework in Sustainability concepts (e.g. energy, carbon, water)
- Experience using Revit is preferred
- Graphic skills and experience using Adobe Creative Suite is preferred
- Proven interest in the built environment
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Learn more about Sustainability at Buro Happold
As a vital member of our team and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment,
we will provide a compelling salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team.
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Hitchcock Center for the Environment
Hourly rate of $20 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location
Hybrid working & summer hours
Global network of experts
Learning and development opportunities
Be a part of our Young Employees Forum and our Diversity and Inclusion Forum
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Washington DC, Seattle, Pittsburgh, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles
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