Key Takeaways
- Six-week summer internship in Facades Engineering in London.
- Work on real-life projects with specialist professionals.
- Gain experience in technical design, analysis, and project collaboration.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, but early application is recommended.
About the Role
This six-week internship offers the chance to work alongside specialist façade engineering professionals on real-life projects for both new-build and refurbishment projects across the UK and internationally. You will be part of multidisciplinary design teams, contributing to the delivery of safe, sustainable, and high-performing building envelopes.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with leading architectural practices, clients, contractors, and the supply chain on projects across a wide range of markets.
- Undertake technical design and analysis.
- Prepare drawings, documents, and presentations.
- Potentially visit factories and sites.
About the Team
The façade engineering team works on projects spanning concept design, technical specification, performance analysis, procurement support, heritage and conservation projects, façade surveys and diagnostics, and construction-stage services. They have experience across commercial, residential, cultural, education, and transport sectors, delivering various façade systems. The team emphasizes sustainability, whole-life carbon reduction, building safety, and the long-term performance of building envelopes.
Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Working towards a bachelor's degree in a relevant academic discipline (e.g., Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering).
- Interest in communicating and presenting ideas.
- Report writing skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
- Passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Critical thinking and embracing new ideas.
- Growth mindset, eager to learn.
- Adaptability and readiness to take on challenges.
Desirable:
- AutoCAD
- Rhino
- Sketchup
- Finite element analysis
- Grasshopper
- Hand sketching
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.
- Possibilities to make an impact through your work.
- Flexible working arrangements.
Application Process
The application process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, and interview. Early application is recommended as applications are reviewed as they are received. The role may close ahead of the advertised closing date in the event of high applicant volume.