Civil Engineer Internship/Placement

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanua is seeking a Civil Engineer Intern to join our multidisciplinary team in Ireland, supporting water and wastewater projects from design through delivery. You will learn from senior engineers, gain exposure to onsite operations, and contribute to setting out, drafting and QC activities.

You will be returning to college after the placement and develop practical skills while embracing our collaborative, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Construction Management (or related) degree programme.
• Must be returning to college/university after completion of the placement (structured placement).
• Strong academic foundation with an interest in developing practical, onsite engineering skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and applying engineering concepts in real-world projects.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a project team, contributing to the delivery of ongoing projects.
• Support the promotion of Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards onsite.
• Develop foundational skills in setting out under supervision.
• Gain practical experience with laser levels and dumpy levels.
• Build familiarity with BIM/Revit and develop basic drafting skills.
• Learn to interpret rebar details and drawings with guidance from senior engineers.
• Learn and practice basic concrete quality control tests and document results.
• Get familiar with water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Engage in continuous learning and development with guidance and mentoring.
• Support site teams with health and safety activities.

Skills

Strong academic foundation

Good communication & teamwork

Willingness to learn

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: On site / Ireland
job type: Contract / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Construction & Built Environment | Construction Operations
Salary: Competitive salary

About Glanua

Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Affinity Water.

Glanua is passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Wellbeing, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion in everything we do.

We have a talented team of 600+ people across Ireland and the UK and are rapidly expanding our workforce across several disciplines to meet our ambitious growth plans.

The Role:

As a Civil Engineer Intern, you will be part of our multidisciplinary engineering team, supporting the delivery of water and wastewater projects from design through to completion and handover to the client. This placement will provide you with the opportunity to learn from industryleading project teams, working in a collaborative "oneteam" culture while developing and broadening your technical and professional skills.

You will demonstrate a willingness to learn and contribute as part of an experienced delivery team. Under the guidance of senior staff, you will support daytoday project activities, gain exposure to engineering design and onsite operations, and develop an understanding of how projects are priced, planned, and delivered.

Due to the diverse nature of our work, you will have the chance to observe and engage with a wide range of civil engineering activities, giving you valuable insight into both the technical and practical aspects of the industry. This placement is designed to support your professional growth, preparing you to return to university with enhanced knowledge and experience to progress in your future career.

Successful interns may also be considered for a place on the Glanua Graduate Programme upon completion of their degree, offering a clear pathway to continue their career development within the organisation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• The main duties and responsibilities of the Civil Junior Engineer are outlined as follows:
• Work as part of a project team, contributing to the delivery of ongoing projects and embracing a collaborative "one team" culture.
• Support the promotion of Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies, and procedures onsite.
• Develop foundational skills in setting out under supervision.
• Gain practical experience in the use of laser levels and dumpy levels.
• Build familiarity with BIM/Revit and develop basic drafting skills.
• Learn to interpret rebar details and drawings with guidance from senior engineers.
• Learn and practice basic concrete quality control tests, such as measuring slump (workability), taking cube samples, curing them properly, and recording the results.
• Get familiar with water and wastewater treatment processes, including exposure to modular package treatment plant fabrication.
• Engage in continuous learning and development, keeping up to date with emerging industry standards and technologies through guidance and mentoring.
• Support site teams with health and safety activities, such as inductions, statutory inspections, record keeping, and data collection.
• Demonstrate eagerness to learn, develop professional skills, and progress toward future career goals. Our organisation has a strong record of supporting career growth from internship to senior leadership roles.
• Undertake other tasks and learning opportunities as required to support project and team needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Civil Engineer Intern are outlined as follows:
• Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Construction Management (or related) degree programme.
• Must be returning to college/university after completion of the placement (this is a structured placement opportunity, not a graduate role).
• Strong academic foundation with an interest in developing practical, onsite engineering skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and applying engineering concepts in realworld projects.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a professional environment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to AutoCAD or similar software is an advantage but not essential.
• Willingness to work onsite and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability.