Sustainability Intern, Summer 2024 Come be part of the solution! Type of contract Temporary Grade Intern, Student Placement Area of Expertise Building Environment Region US Office / Project Location Washington DC, Seattle, Pittsburgh, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles Ref No 7448 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. We also expect you to have: * 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. Learn more about our office locations    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    Interested?  Intrigued?  Inspired? Please apply online to be considered for this role. We are looking forward to your application! A place for everyone Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.    Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.  We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions. Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.