Public Health & Plumbing Engineering Internship 2027

Bright Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is recruiting six-week internship positions for Public Health and Plumbing Engineers within our Buildings teams in Birmingham. You will work alongside structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, coordinating with architects and contractors to design water supply, drainage and utility systems for diverse projects.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BEng or MEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, on track for a 2:1 or higher, and have a strong motivation for

Qualifications

• Studying towards a BEng or MEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• On track to achieve a 2:1 or above, as shown by completed modules.
• Demonstrate motivation and passion for design of the built environment.
• Passionate about sustainability in the built environment.

Skills

Motivation

Sustainability passion

Growth mindset

Adaptability

Education

BEng or MEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Eng

Job description

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

We are currently recruiting for 6-week internship Public Health and Plumbing Engineers Summer interns to join our Buildings teams. You will be working in a multi-disciplinary office with structural, mechanical and electrical engineers and specialists such as fire and acoustic engineers, preparing designs in co-ordination with their team as well as external architects, surveyors, contractors and clients for projects across a wide range of markets.

Well-designed water supply andfoul and sanitationdrainage systems are essential to healthy and sustainable buildings. Arup’s environmental services engineers (also known as public health engineers) tacklea range of designchallenges. Additionally, on some projects, ourenvironmental servicesengineers also carry out civil engineering tasks such as below ground drainage design, flood risk analysisand specialist road and pavement designs along with associated earthworks required for new and existing building construction.

Global water scarcity is on the rise and the design of sustainable water management systems helps save water and the energy associated with its use, from pumping to heating. From sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) to water reuse, our expertise helps clients to make better use of water and energy, and to make their buildings and construction sites more resilient.

Together with Arup’s mechanical and electrical engineers, we provide an integrated building services offering. We also collaborate with water engineers to ensure that plumbing and infrastructure work together, in sympathy with the complete water cycle. Our environmental services team offers our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in a wide range of developments, such as commercial and residential developments, Universities, colleges and schools, hospitals and healthcare buildings, laboratories and research facilities, transport projects, including airports and rail stations, sports facilities and stadia, theatres and performance venues, museums and art galleries, large-scale industrial and manufacturing facilities and data centres.

Is this role right for you?

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

• Studying towards a BEng or MEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent qualification
• On track to achieve a 2:1 or above (or equivalent), as proven through the modules that you have completed to date
• Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in design of the built environment
• Passionate about ways to make the built environment more sustainable

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: 12 November 2026

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.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.