Graduate Lighting Designer- New York (Summer 2026)

Start designing tomorrow's future!Buro Happold has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and enthusiastic Graduate Lighting Designer to join our welcoming and diverse workplace culture in New York!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 roleJoin us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything - from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.Learn more about Lighting Design at Buro HappoldYour key duties:Environmental Impact Assessment work to meet planning requirements considering light spill analysis and overshadowingSunlight & daylight massing analysis for architects and developersDaylight design including specification of control devices such as louvres and shading devicesLighting strategies & master-planning for public realm and citiesLighting concept designsConcept visualization & 3D light modellingScheme outlines with cost feasibilityDetailed lighting design including architectural integration detailingLighting control specificationBespoke luminaire designSite monitoring, including programming of control systems and focusing of luminairesYour skills and experienceThis role will require the following:Bachelor or Master's Degree in Architecture, Lighting, or Architectural EngineeringCoursework and/or experience in architecture (studio and/or history), lighting, or building systems designPortfolio: Please include a link to your portfolio or attach it directly to your resume when applyingExperience using AGI, Revit, Enscape, and Photoshop beneficialExperience in 3ds Max, ElumTools, Grasshopper or Rhino a bonusInterest in the lighting design industry with an emphasis on architectural lighting design or daylighting analysisLighting related internship helpfulAbility to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible mannerEagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamWhat we offer:Salary range of $77,000 to $80,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experienceGenerous benefits packageAnnual discretionary bonusGenerous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays401k with company matchHybrid working & summer hoursReimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam feesConnection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiativesAccess to wide ranging learning and development opportunitiesBe a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource GroupsLearn more about our office locationsReady for something a little less ordinary?Apply now to start your career journey with us.A place for everyoneBuro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how 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. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences 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.