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Summer Internship - Facades Engineering-Glasgow

Arup
Competitive
Glasgow

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Gain practical experience in façade engineering on real projects during a six-week summer internship.
  • Work alongside specialist professionals in a multidisciplinary design team.
  • Must be working towards a relevant bachelor's degree in fields like Engineering, Architecture, or Material Science.
  • 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 diverse projects.
  • 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 a wide range of façade systems. The team emphasizes sustainability, whole-life carbon reduction, building safety, and the long-term performance of building envelopes.

Is This Role Right For You?

Qualifications and Skills

  • Working towards a bachelor's degree in a relevant academic discipline, such as Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Material Science, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Interest in communicating and presenting ideas, report writing, and proficiency in the Microsoft suite.
  • Desirable skills include AutoCAD, Rhino, Sketchup, Finite Element Analysis, Grasshopper, and hand sketching.

Core 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: Ready to take on any challenge.

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 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.