Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 6-week internship in Public Health & Plumbing Engineering.
- Work on diverse projects within the built environment, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Must be studying towards a relevant Engineering degree (MEng/BEng) and on track for a 2:1 or above.
- Advert closing date: 12 November 2026, but early application is recommended.
About the Role
This is a 6-week internship within Arup's Buildings teams, focusing on Public Health and Plumbing Engineering.
You will work in a multi-disciplinary office alongside structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers, as well as specialists like fire and acoustic engineers. Your role will involve preparing designs in coordination with these teams, as well as external architects, surveyors, contractors, and clients, contributing to projects across a wide range of markets.
What You'll Do
- Prepare designs for public health and plumbing systems in coordination with internal and external teams.
- Contribute to projects involving sustainable water management systems, water reuse, and sustainable drainage systems (SuDS).
- Potentially undertake civil engineering tasks such as below-ground drainage design, flood risk analysis, and specialist road and pavement designs.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to provide an integrated building services offering.
- Work on a diverse range of developments including commercial and residential buildings, educational institutions, hospitals, transport projects, sports facilities, and more.
About You
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Studying towards a BEng or MEng in Mechanical, Architectural, or Building Services Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
- On track to achieve a 2:1 or above (or equivalent).
- Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in the design of the built environment.
- Passionate about making the built environment more sustainable.
- Changemakers with a passion for sustainable development.
- Innovative thinkers who embrace new ideas.
- Growth seekers with a growth mindset, eager to learn.
- Adaptable adventurers, ready to take on challenges.
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:
- Online application
- Psychometric testing
- Application review
- Case study
- Interview
- Offer stage
Next Steps
Applications are reviewed as they are received, so early application is recommended. The advert closing date is 12 November 2026. Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date.