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Summer Internship - Structural Engineering-Cardiff

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Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake structural calculations, analysis, and modelling for 6 weeks.
  • Gain experience in structural engineering within the built environment sector.
  • Must be studying towards a relevant Engineering degree (MSc, MEng, BEng).
  • Application deadline: 12 November 2026.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting Structural Engineering students for a 6-week summer internship with our Buildings teams across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a student that is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the Building Design sector to join a multi-disciplinary team.

What You'll Do

Typical day to day tasks may include:

  • Carrying out structural calculations, analysis and modelling.
  • Finding structural engineering solutions.
  • Choosing structures and details that are economical and practical, minimise embodied carbon, and achieve project sustainable development goals.
  • Communicating through drawings, sketches, digital modelling, calculation documents, building information modelling, meetings, explanations, presentations, discussions, persuasions, emails, written reports, chats and electronic messages.

About You

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

  • Studying towards an MSc, MEng or BEng in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
  • A genuine interest in structural engineering and in developing a career in the built environment.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:

  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
  • Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

What We Offer

  • Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
  • A career in which you can belong, grow and thrive.
  • Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
  • A wide range of learning opportunities.
  • Possibilities to have an impact through the work you do.
  • Flexible working that supports diversity and wellbeing.

Application Process

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage.

Closing Date

12 November 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.