Geospatial Analyst Intern (Available September - December 2024)
A Future with purpose
At Arup, we're dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has 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, with curiosity and creativity. We're a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.
We are looking for a GIS Analyst Intern to join the Digital Advisory, Software Development, Data & Geospatial team in our Toronto office. At Arup, your internship will provide you with a unique opportunity to be part of an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards their professional goals.
The Opportunity
- User interface development, development of code/programs to automate workflows.
- Understanding of spatial data structures (including 3D).
- Development of web platforms, requirement gathering and process mapping.
- Possible exposure to emerging technologies (i.e., AI, ML, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality) and their applicability to the Engineering domain in tandem with Geospatial technology.
We're looking for current students who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients - we'd like to hear from you.
Qualifications
Required:
- Student studying in areas such as GIS/Spatial Analysis, Computer Science, Software Development and Information Technology or similar fields.
- Technical expertise in using GIS.
- Solid understanding of data management.
- Interest in using GIS for programming, software development and visualization.
- Analytical capabilities, including use of ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS packages such as Network, Spatial and/or 3D Analyst.
- Authoring code for the automation of processes and workflows, particularly with knowledge of Python libraries such as arcpy.
- Ability to define and create database schemas and relationships, with specific experience utilizing ESRI ArcSDE.
- Interest in the development and implementation of web GIS software utilizing ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal.
- Documenting workflows, creating standardized process documentation, and writing data processes.
- Interest in engineering standards and practices.
- Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
Preferred:
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA.
- Experience with FME Desktop and/or server for similar automation.
- Understanding of spatial data types and structures, including an interest in spatial data collection in engineering.
- Digital aptitude for learning new data and automation software packages such as PowerBI and Power Automate.
- Innovative problem solver, ability to think 'outside the box'.
- Ability to communicate ideas and solutions, with a positive and forward-thinking approach.
- Enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team.
- Ability to handle a diverse workload and good time management skillset.
- Curiosity, personal drive, and technical know-how.
- Desire to deliver excellent services for clients.
Our team's notable projects
- Aviation Insights - A group of apps that allow us to evaluate levels of demand against an operator's predictions (https://www.arup.com/expertise/tools/aviation-insights).
- Arup Solar - A collaborative design tool that analyses, in real time, a proposed building design, identifies how much sunlight it is likely to absorb, offers design options for shading and façade design (https://www.arup.com/expertise/tools/solar).
- As our reliance on renewable energy grows, it's vital to ensure our offshore wind farms are performing as intended. Arup has developed a suite of digital services that optimize windfarm design and operation (https://www.arup.com/expertise/tools/digital-offshore-wind).
- If buildings had a 'brain', monitoring their systems and responding in real time, how much more secure, comfortable and efficient could they become? We are answering that question with Neuron, using artificial intelligence to make our buildings, districts and cities healthier, more sustainable places to live and work (https://www.arup.com/expertise/services/digital/arup-neuron).
- Open-sourced data and analysis to help NGO's, governments, and firms understand homelessness trends because of COVID-19 and resulting shutdowns. (https://github.com/arup-group/social-data).
- Charge4All - Scaling curbside EV charging infrastructure using a digital enabled and equitable approach (https://www.arup.com/projects/charge4all).
- Mobility Mosaic, a mobile application for collecting advanced travel data and informing urban, aviation and transport planning.
- Arup Fuse (https://www.arup.com/services/tools/fuse)
- Arup Inspect (https://www.arup.com/our-firm/arup-inspect).
What we offer you
Each year, Arup seeks out students from around the world for our internship/ co-op programs. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our interns learn quickly, are natural problem solvers and thrive on innovation. You will work alongside talented professionals and contribute to the success of real projects. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects and social events.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for remote work are available throughout the program.
Next Steps
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly to begin the interview process. For any status updates regarding your candidacy please be sure to check your candidate portal.
Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture - from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, colour, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.
Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility, and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.
If you are contacted by Arup regarding a job opportunity and you feel you need accommodation during the application process, or have a question about our human rights and accessibility accommodation policies, please speak to Human Resources or send an email to americasbenefits@arup.com or call 646-802-3577 to let us know the nature of your request.
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