Industrial Placement - Civil Engineering - Water - Leeds

This job is with ARUP, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

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. Each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity: On this 10-12-month Internship you'll work alongside skilled professionals on real-life meaningful projects, adding value to clients while exploring challenges with curiosity and creativity. You'll learn from others and begin creating your professional network ready for when you graduate. There will be regular learning sessions with our leadership team, opportunities for site visits to local projects, and social events that will support your learning and development.

Our growing team of civil engineers and apprentices deliver projects for a variety of clients and organisations including government agencies, local authorities, private developers, contractors, and utility companies. We work on varied, exciting and often high-profile projects in the fields of flood risk alleviation, river engineering, water and wastewater, and sewerage systems.

• Developing drawings and models using AutoCAD or Civil 3D
• Applying Excel for measurements, calculations and costing
• Preparing specifications for surveys or construction of solutions
• Reviewing survey deliverables against specifications
• Supporting design to deliver solutions
• Drafting technical reports
• Conducting site visits for data collection and visual surveys

Is this role right for you? For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Structural Engineering.
• Skills and experience in Microsoft Office and Auto Desk Civil 3D.

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.

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 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.

Next Steps: We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates.