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Summer Internship - Public Health & Plumbing Engineering - Bristol

Arup
Competitive
Bristol

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 6-week internship in Public Health & Plumbing Engineering in Bristol.
  • Work on designing sustainable water management systems and resilient buildings.
  • Must be studying towards a relevant Engineering degree and on track for a 2:1 or above.
  • Application deadline is 12 November 2026, but early application is recommended.

About the Role

This is a 6-week internship for Public Health and Plumbing Engineers to join Arup's Buildings teams in Bristol. 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, for projects across a wide range of markets.

What You'll Do

  • Prepare designs for public health and plumbing engineering systems.
  • Coordinate designs with internal multi-disciplinary teams (structural, mechanical, electrical, fire, acoustic engineers).
  • Collaborate with external stakeholders including architects, surveyors, contractors, and clients.
  • Contribute to projects across various markets, focusing on sustainable water management and resilient building design.

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 and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers with a growth mindset, eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • 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 approaches.

Application Process

The application process includes:

  • Online application
  • Psychometric testing
  • Application review
  • Case study
  • Interview
  • Offer stage

Key Dates

  • Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026
  • Internship Duration: 6 weeks

Please note: Early application is recommended as the role may close ahead of the advertised date due to high applicant volume.