Urban Planning Intern (July - December 2026)

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 interns to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

• Assisting senior staff and gaining exposure on a variety of projects such as urban and regional planning, mobility and policy analysis, bicycle and pedestrian planning and development policy and economics

• Conducting research and analysis both for project formulation and development as well as writing reports for internal and external purposes based on findings.

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  upporting preparation of project presentations, workshops, graphic materials and coordination and project management activities both within the urban planning team and the broader office 

   

• Supporting administrative tasks

• Coordinating with multiple disciplines and working in conjunction with project managers to help complete assigned tasks

• Understanding trends and best practices in urban planning, community development, transport and urban logistics

Is this role right for you?

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree (Pregrado) in Urban Studies/Urban Management

• Advanced proficiency in English language is a must (verbal and written).  Knowledge of Portuguese will be a plus.

• Excellent writing, analytical and research skills

• Interest and academic experience with geospatial analysis (e.g., ArcGIS,), statistical and urban data analysi

• Strong teamwork capabilities, and an outstanding sense of responsibility, contribution and achievement

• Self-starter and ability to contribute to different teams and disciplines, and a diverse range of activities, including administrative

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

• Proficiency in MS Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, among others.

   

We’re looking for:

• 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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Our intern experience offers you:

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.

• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.

• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.

• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities.

Bogota, Colombia Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in this office is from COP 1,750,000 to COP 1,850,000 per month. 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 Bogota will differ.

Next Steps

Please submit resume and cover letter in English. We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Applications meeting minimum eligibility requirements will be reviewed by hiring managers. Those selected will undergo a brief phone screen and next steps will be discussed.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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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 www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

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