Intern - Sustainability

Thrive on openness, respect and collaboration? Good. Us too.

Join as an Intern – Sustainability and thrive in a team that values mutual responsibility and creating a meaningful legacy.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

You’ll be surrounded with intellectual and engineering challenges of the calibre and complexity that enquiring minds crave

Your Key Duties

Our Advisory division is at the forefront of major projects ensuring excellence from concept to completion.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Gather and analyse data related to energy consumption, waste management, and resource utilisation.
• Assist in conducting sustainability assessments and audits.
  
  
  

Research and Reporting

• Conduct research on sustainability trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Prepare reports and presentations on sustainability initiatives and their impact.
  
  
  

Project Support

• Assist in the planning and implementation of sustainability projects.
• Coordinate with different departments to ensure project milestones are met.
  
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding sustainability practices.
• Participate in meetings and workshops to discuss sustainability strategies.
  
  
  

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain documentation related to sustainability projects and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Assist in preparing documentation for certifications and sustainability awards.
  
  
  

Innovation and Improvement

• Identify opportunities for improving sustainability practices within the firm.
• Suggest innovative solutions to enhance environmental performance.
  
  
  

Requirements

Educational Background

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, GIS).
• Familiarity with sustainability assessment frameworks and tools.
  
  
  

Communication Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations.
  
  
  

Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to interpret complex data.
  
  
  

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  
  
  

Passion for Sustainability

• Demonstrated interest in sustainability and environmental issues.
• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to sustainability initiatives.
  
  
  

What We Offer You

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Paid internship
• A strong commitment to your continuous development.
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.
  
  
  

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday.

Apply today and be a part of our legacy.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individuals 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.