A future with purpose
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
We are seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our Visual Communications team in our Toronto office, supporting projects across Arup’s Americas region. Arup’s Americas region spans 18 offices and more than 2,100 members across Canada, the United States, and Colombia.
As part of our in-house Marketing, Communications, and Business Development team, you will contribute to a wide range of design work in a fast-paced, creative environment. This role is well-suited for a 3rd or 4th year student who has a strong foundation in graphic design and is eager to continue developing their skills in a professional setting.
We are looking for someone who is professional, detail-oriented, and motivated to learn. This includes someone who asks thoughtful questions, takes initiative, and is interested in improving through hands-on experience.
You will work on real projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and gain exposure to a range of design applications through live work, leadership learning sessions, site visits to local projects, and social events in the office. There are also opportunities to get involved in Employee Resource Groups and contribute to Arup’s inclusive and collaborative culture.
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Develop, design, and produce various graphic and promotional materials including infographics, presentations, proposals, brochures, reports, newsletters, interactive documents, event collateral, email and social media content, advertisements, and miscellaneous graphic deliverables.
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Collaborate with marketing, technical, and business development teams to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals
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Apply conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills to support visual storytelling
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Take initiative in proposing creative ideas and improving visual deliverables
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Support brand consistency and act as an ambassador and resource for colleagues on brand and visual communication standards
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Assist in organizing and maintaining image libraries and graphic assets
Is this role right for you?
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
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Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Graphic Design or a related field
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Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
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Enthusiasm for design, meticulous attention to detail, Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and take on new challenges
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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A proactive mindset, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Availability to work flexible hours when required
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Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future to be considered for this role
Portfolio link or samples of recent work must be included with your submission.
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Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future
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Bilingualism is preferable – and required in some positions – to communicate with colleagues, clients, partners and suppliers located outside Quebec
Preferred:
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Strong organizational and time-management skills
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Flexibility to take on a variety of tasks and adapt in a dynamic environment
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Ability to take ownership of work with minimal supervision
Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues, clients, partners and suppliers in Quebec as necessary
Our teams notable projects
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Calgary Cancer Centre
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University of British Colombia
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National Music Centre of Canada
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Tim Horton's Field
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Toronto Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is 20 to 38 per hour. 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 Toronto will differ.
This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.
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 alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Next Steps
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.
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.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.
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