Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 9-15 month industrial placement in Ground Engineering in Leeds.
- Gain experience in ground investigation, design, and project delivery.
- Must be studying a relevant degree (e.g., Engineering, Geology, Natural Sciences) and be able to start on 1 September 2027.
- Competitive salary offered, with no specific skills or experience required.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, but early application is advised.
About the Role
This is an industrial placement opportunity in Ground Engineering based in Leeds.
The Opportunity
We recruit across a range of degree-level qualifications in engineering, geology, and natural sciences. Your career could develop in various directions, including:
- Investigating and modelling complex ground conditions.
- Designing foundations, earthworks, and tunnels.
- Remediating land impacted by historical uses.
We deliver projects across all markets, with a significant volume of water, energy, rail, and highways projects, alongside site development and buildings.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing site constraints, geological hazards, and ground conditions to shape projects in their early stages.
- Analysing ground investigation data to derive ground models and parameters for design.
- Representing Arup on site during ground investigations, earthworks, and other construction activities.
- Delivering Total Design by collaborating with other disciplines for integrated project solutions.
- Communicating verbally and in writing throughout all project stages, from initial optioneering to detailed design.
Is this role right for you?
We are looking for candidates with a bachelor's degree in a relevant academic discipline, such as Ground / Geotechnical Engineering and Civil Engineering. No specific skills or experience are required.
Alongside your degree, we value the following attributes:
- Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: A growth mindset, eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: Readiness to take on any challenge.
You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.
Eligibility
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. You must ensure you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.
What we offer you
At Arup, we offer an attractive total reward package, including competitive, fair, and equitable pay. We provide a career where all members can belong, grow, and thrive, with benefits supporting health and wellbeing, extensive learning opportunities, and the chance to make an impact.
As a member-owned organisation, we have the freedom to set our own direction. We collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes.
We offer a flexible working approach to support diversity and wellbeing. Benefits for permanent members include Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover. You will also have access to flexible benefits for your wellbeing.
Next Steps
Our application process is straightforward and supportive, including an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, and interview. Applications are reviewed as received, so early application is recommended.
Advert Closing Date
12 November 2026. Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.