Civil Engineer Intern

Arup; Girardot; Hybrid; COP 22,320,000 - 24,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee-owned team

Mentoring and training

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern in Colombia to assist senior staff on road design, infrastructure planning, and engineering design considerations. You will collect data, prepare internal and external reports, and present findings to diverse audiences while learning industry trends and best practices.

Ideal candidates are working toward a Civil Engineering degree, fluent in English, and eligible to work in Colombia.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in English (written and verbal) required.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Basic programming and quantitative analysis skills (e.g., Python).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and ability to understand project, client, and stakeholder contexts.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff on projects related to road design, civil infrastructure planning, and engineering design considerations.
• Support research, technical analysis, and administrative tasks including data collection and report preparation.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and project managers to support delivery of tasks and objectives.
• Present technical information and findings clearly for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in civil engineering and sustainable construction.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (in progress)

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

MS Project

SAP

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Civil Engineer Intern

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.

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

• Assisting senior staff on a variety of projects related to road design, civil infrastructure planning, and engineering design considerations.

• Supporting research, technical analysis, and administrative tasks, including data collection and the preparation of reports for internal and external purposes.

• Coordinating with multiple disciplines and working alongside project managers to support the successful delivery of assigned tasks and project objectives.

• Presenting technical information and project findings in clear and engaging formats for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Developing an understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in civil engineering, infrastructure development, and sustainable construction.

Is this role right for you?

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

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree (Pregrado) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Ground/Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Project and Programme Management, or a related discipline.

• Submit your resume in English.

• Advanced proficiency (verbal and written, B2 or above) in English.

• Must be eligible to work in Colombia without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

• Candidates must be enrolled at one ofthefollowinguniversitiesto be considered, as wecurrentlyhaveagreements in place withtheseuniversities: Universidad de los Andes, Universidad Nacional de Colombia - Sede Bogota, Universidad del Rosario, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Universidad Central, Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería Julio Garavito, Universidad de la Sabana, Universidad El Bosque, Universidad Distrital Francisco Jose de Caldas, Universidad de Antioquia.

  Qualifications

  Advanced proficiency in English (written and verbal) is required.

  Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.

  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  Basic programming and quantitative analysis skills (e.g., Python, statistics).

  Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

  Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and the capacity to understand project, client, and stakeholder contexts.

  Preferred Qualifications

  Familiarity with engineering and project management software such as MS Project, SAP, Civil 3D, and/or Revit.

  Interest in multidisciplinary infrastructure projects and collaborative engineering environments.

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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Our intern experience 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

Bogota, Colombia Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in this office is from COP 2,000,000 to COP 2,200,000 per month. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Bogota will differ.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Applications meeting minimum eligibility requirements will be reviewed by hiring managers. Those selected will undergo a brief phone screen and next steps will be discussed.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.