University Intern | Programme and Project Management

Arup; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hybrid work model

Graduate pathway to full-time role

Job summary

Arup’s Summer Vacation Programme is a 12-week paid internship across Australia during the summer university break. It’s tailored for penultimate-year students, offering exposure to programme and project management within a global professional services firm focused on sustainable development and community impact.

On completion, you’ll automatically be considered for a graduate role. We provide training, mentoring, and a collaborative, inclusive environment in a hybrid setup that supports your

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree level qualification in Project & Programme Management, Construction Management, Business & Commerce.
• Professional Certification (Prince2, PMP or Agile) preferred but not required.
• Currently undertaking a relevant degree.
• Penultimate year students encouraged to apply; all students studying for a relevant degree are welcome.
• Full working rights in Australia for the duration of the programme.
• Availability to work for the duration of the programme.

Skills

Changemakers

Innovative minds

Growth seekers

Adaptable adventurers

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Project & Programme Management

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Business & Commerce

Professional Certification (Prince2 / PMP / Agile) preferred

Job description

University Intern | Programme and Project Management

See it differently
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.

If you’re currently studying, now is the best time to get a glimpse of where your career could take you.

The Opportunity
Arup’s Summer Vacation Programme is a 12 week-long, paid internship opportunity tailored for students in their penultimate year across Australia during their summer university break. The Summer Vacation Programme will run from 23 November 2026 – 12 February 2027.

On completion, you will automatically be considered for a graduate role, putting you ahead of the graduate pack. If you’re currently studying, now is the best time to get a glimpse of where your career could take you.

Our Summer Vacation Programme offers you:

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.

Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities.

Is this role right for you?
We’re looking for:

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.

Eligibility:
To be considered for the Summer Vacation Programme your application must include a copy of your resume, academic transcript, and meet the following criteria:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree level qualification in Project & Programme Management, Construction Management, Business & Commerce
• Professional Certification (Like Prince2, PMP or Agile) is preferred but not required
• Currently undertaking a relevant degree.
• Students in their penultimate year of study are encouraged to apply; however, we welcome applications from all students currently studying for a relevant degree.
• Full working rights in Australia for the duration of the programme
• Availability to work for the duration of the programme

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
Guided by our values, we provide a fair and equitable total reward package and offer a career in which all 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.

Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to do meaningful work that strengthens the resilience of communities and places to improve lives through Arup's community engagement programme.

Different people, shared values
At Arup we are an equal opportunity employer, and we accept people for who they are – we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, your difference belongs here. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact ***************@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.