Placement
Closes in 14 days
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 10-12 month Industrial Placement in Civil Engineering (Water) in Belfast.
- Assist with project management, civil engineering design, and technical assessments.
- Requires a degree in Civil Engineering or related field, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Start date: 1 September 2027.
- Competitive pay offered.
About the Role
This is a 10–12 month Industrial Placement within Arup's Belfast Energy, Water & Resources team. You will support the team on a variety of tasks related to infrastructure projects, focusing on clean water supply, wastewater networks and treatment, and renewable energy.
What You'll Do
- Support the team across a wide range of tasks.
- Assist with project management activities, including contract administration, costing, cost reviews and project registers.
- Contribute to civil engineering design, including drainage design and multi-discipline co-ordination.
- Carry out technical studies and assessments, such as flood risk assessments.
- Utilise and develop digital tools and specialist civil design software.
- Help organise and attend team events.
About You
We are looking for candidates with:
- A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent is preferred. Backgrounds in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Earth Sciences are also welcomed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Experience with AutoCAD and GIS would be an advantage.
- A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Critical thinking skills and the ability to embrace new ideas.
- A growth mindset, with a desire to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptability and a readiness to take on challenges.
Key Information
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Duration: 10–12 months
What We Offer
- Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
- A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
- Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Opportunities to make an impact through your work.
- Profit Share (for permanent members).
- Flexible working approach.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover (for permanent members).
- Access to flexible benefits for wellbeing.
Application Process
The application process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview, and offer stage. Early application is recommended as applications are reviewed as they are received. The role may close early if there is a high volume of applicants.