Summer Internship - Building Services - Mechanical Engineer - Cardiff

Arup; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Arup is offering a six‑week Summer Internship for Mechanical Building Services students in Cardiff. You will join BUILDINGS teams across the UK, working on projects that advance sustainable design and energy efficiency.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers and project managers to deliver professional services and learn through hands‑on experience. The role is ideal for final or penultimate year students pursuing a MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services

Qualifications

• Final or penultimate year studying towards a MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
• Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in building design.
• Willing to communicate, calculate and learn to use 3D and thermal software.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services.
• Collaborate with Architects, Building Services, Building Physics and Geotechnical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers.
• Support the summer project in a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Final year student

Building design interest

STEM mindset

Proactive learner

Education

MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering

Tools

3D software

Thermal analysis software

Job description

Summer Internship - Building Services - Mechanical Engineer - Cardiff

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that is exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently - it is 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.

Our Mechanical Building Services Engineers apply their specialist skills to buildings projects across the globe and are influential at being able to drive reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and energy/water consumption to the benefit of our society. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following types of developments; 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; hotels & leisure; theatres and performance venues; museums and art galleries; large-scale industrial and manufacturing facilities and data centres.

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for Mechanical or Building Services Engineering Summer Students to join our well-established Buildings teams across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for students with an interest in building design and sustainability who are eager to develop their skills in a professional environment to join a multi-disciplinary this summer.

During this 6-week Summer Internship you will work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services to our clients. Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of our design teams, you will have the opportunity to work alongside Architects, Building Services, Building Physics and Geotechnical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers

Is this role right for you?

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

• You must be in your final or penultimate year studying towards a MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent
• Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in building design
• STEM minded individuals who are keen to use their engineering acumen to design the services that make Buildings comfortable for their users. You need to be willing to communicate, calculate, keen to learn to use 3D and thermal software and proactive in developing ideas into designs. With opportunities to work on many aspects of the built environment from projects that have just started to the thought about to site visits looking at installed services in nearly completed buildings you need to enjoy a variety of types of work.

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:

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.
• 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.

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.