Internship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain practical experience on live construction and engineering projects.
- Opportunity to work towards professional accreditation (ICE IEng / ICE CEng).
- Based in Worksop, with potential for UK-wide project involvement.
- Suitable for Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering students.
About the Role
Laing O'Rourke is seeking motivated and curious students for their Summer Placement Programme. This programme offers practical, real-world experience in a project-based environment during your summer break. You will work on live projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop industry-relevant skills.
Professional Accreditation
- ICE IEng / ICE CEng
What you'll do:
This role is based at the Explore Manufacturing facility, Europe's most advanced precast concrete centre. You will join the Precast Technical Solutions (PTS) team within the Explore Manufacturing Design Centre.
- Design and check structural solutions for precast products, considering manufacture, lifting, and installation.
- Provide value engineering to balance safety, cost, and sustainability.
- Support tender and pre-construction teams with structural input.
- Innovate in materials and design to reduce carbon and waste.
- Work across disciplines to develop products that meet client needs while maximising efficiency.
- Become a graduate member of the ICE or IStructE and work towards Chartership.
Teams you'll interact with:
- Reinforcement Detailing Teams
- Technical Leaders
- Manufacturing / Production Teams
- Project & Construction Teams
- Tender / Pre-construction Teams
- Other engineering and design disciplines
Suitable Degree Subjects:
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
Location
- Worksop
Note: Projects are based across the UK (National). Flexibility regarding work location, including potential travel, staying away from home, or relocating closer to a project site, may be required.