Summer Intern: Civil & Structural – Energy Maritime & Civil Infrastructure - Glasgow

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

Our Civil Engineering team works at the heart of projects that create lasting positive change across a variety of sectors including renewable energy, power transmission, water, site development, maritime and defence. We deliver a broad range of small / medium scale and major infrastructure projects. Typical examples include pumped storage hydro schemes, HVDC transmission infrastructure, onshore & offshore wind developments, coastal resilience schemes, ports and harbour upgrades, major wastewater utility renewals and defence infrastructure.

We are looking for Civil Engineering students who are interested in a summer intern position within our team based in the Glasgow office.

Is this role right for you?

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

• Working towards a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, on an ICE accredited course, preferably in your penultimate year of study.
• Enthusiasm for a career in Civil Engineering, including renewable energy, power transmission, pumped storage hydro, water and maritime sectors.
• An analytical thought process and drive for technical excellence.
• Creativity and a desire to think beyond the norm.
• Aptitude to work on your own initiative, be proactive and take responsibility.
• A good communicator and proactive team player who thrives working individually and in a team environment.
• Interest in and application of digital skills is an advantage, including appropriate use of AI.
• A willingness to develop expertise through on the job and formal learning, internal research opportunities, and collaboration with colleagues.

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: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Advert Closing Date: 18 December 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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.