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AI Intern

CompanyArcadis
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As an AI Intern, you will develop business plans for the adoption of AI tools and assess their potential impact on efficiency and value. You will also research emerging AI tools and collaborate with team members and clients to identify opportunities for improvement.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$18 - $35
Company Size
40552
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to implementation and delivery, we combine our human and digital intelligence to co-create environments that reflect our clients’ business and stakeholder needs. From creating a citywide sustainable legacy during and after the Paris Olympics to revolutionizing urban transit worldwide with metro systems from Sydney to Toronto, or securing clean drinking water for communities across more than 30 U.S. states, our world-changing solutions leave a positive and lasting impact. Our work has helped more than a third of the world's communities become more resilient, and hundreds of clients to advance their decarbonization and net-zero goals. Together, we are committed to solving today's greatest problems; creating a blueprint for a better future, designed to thrive. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.
About the Role

 

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a proactive and strategic AI Intern to join our Technical Advisory team for a 12-week summer placement from June to August, with a full-time weekly commitment[RG1] .

 This internship offers a unique opportunity for a student currently studying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or a closely related discipline to contribute to the transformation of our Technical Advisory services through the adoption of AI tools and technologies. The successful candidate will gain deep exposure to our business, collaborate with industry experts, and deliver a business plan for the integration of at least two AI solutions that enhance efficiency and improve value for our clients from June to August, with a full-time weekly commitment

About Technical Advisory Services at Arcadis

The Technical Advisory Services team at Arcadis is comprised of multiple value propositions, each designed to deliver specialized expertise and measurable benefits for our clients. Familiarity or experience in any of these areas will be considered an advantage for candidates applying to this internship:

  • Carbon Reduction:
    Supporting clients in developing and implementing strategies to lower carbon emissions and meet sustainability targets.
  • Energy Efficiency:
    Advising on solutions and technologies to optimize energy use, reduce operational costs, and improve environmental performance.
  • Technical Due Diligence & M&A Due Diligence:
    Providing thorough assessment and analysis for acquisitions, investments, and divestitures to ensure informed decision-making and risk management.
  • Construction Claims & Disputes (Scheduling and Cost):
    Assisting clients in resolving construction-related claims, disputes, and challenges regarding project scheduling and cost control.
  • Risk and Value Engineering:
    Applying systematic approaches to maximize project and asset value while minimizing risks throughout the lifecycle.

Familiarity with one or more of these domains will help the intern contextualize AI opportunities and craft business plans that are relevant and impactful for our Technical Advisory Services.

Role accountabilities:

As an AI Intern you will immerse yourself in the core functions and services of the Technical Advisory team, participating in meetings, workshops, and client-facing activities to understand business processes and identify pain points. By engaging closely with both team members and clients, you’ll develop insight into the practical challenges and opportunities within the sector.

  • Develop robust business plans for the adoption of selected AI tools, including defining problem statements, opportunity analysis, and assessing technical feasibility
  • Estimate potential business impact such as efficiency gains, ROI, and key performance indicators
  • Propose implementation roadmaps and address change management considerations
  • Present your findings and recommendations to Arcadis leadership and Technical Advisory teams, and incorporate stakeholder feedback to refine your proposals

A key focus of your role will be researching and evaluating emerging AI tools, platforms, and techniques relevant to consulting, engineering, and infrastructure advisory work. You’ll assess opportunities for automation, data analytics, predictive modeling, and improved decision support, helping to identify and shortlist at least two high-potential AI solutions that could enhance the efficiency or quality of Technical Advisory services.

Throughout your internship, you will contribute to collaborative projects, support the preparation of key deliverables, and gain practical experience at the intersection of business, technology, and client services.

 Qualifications & Experience: 

  • Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • AI Knowledge: Strong understanding of AI fundamentals, industry trends, and the latest tools (e.g., machine learning platforms, generative AI, natural language processing).
  • Technical Advisory Awareness: Understanding of technical consulting, engineering advisory, or infrastructure services is highly desirable.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP,  401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.  We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $18.00 - $35.00 / hour. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

 

 

 

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Key Skills
Artificial IntelligenceMachine LearningData AnalyticsPredictive ModelingChange ManagementTechnical Due DiligenceEnergy EfficiencyCarbon ReductionRisk ManagementBusiness PlanningStakeholder EngagementAutomationNatural Language ProcessingConsultingEngineeringInfrastructure
Categories
TechnologyConsultingEngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityData & Analytics
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionEAP401KSTDLTDAD&DLife InsurancePaid Parental LeaveReward & Recognition ProgramWellbeing BenefitsAdoption AssistanceTuition ReimbursementPaid HolidaysPTO