Graduate Data Scientist - Digital Services

Arup; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Arup in Ireland is seeking a Graduate Data Scientist to join the Data Insights team. You will work across a broad portfolio of data projects, delivering data-driven solutions for internal and external clients in a multidisciplinary environment.

You will apply statistics, ML and visualization techniques, collaborating with teams to translate business challenges into practical tools and dashboards while exploring AI innovations. A recent degree and strong fundamentals are required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or bachelor's degree in a relevant data science or engineering field.
• Solid foundation in machine learning, statistics, data analytics and visualization.
• Proficient in Python and SQL with exposure to data engineering and cloud platforms.
• Experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• As a Graduate Data Scientist, you will support data science, analytics and AI solutions across sectors.
• Apply statistical methods to collect, prepare, analyze and visualize data to identify insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business challenges into data-driven products.
• Explore AI, ML and data technologies to help adopt innovative approaches and improve outcomes.
• Contribute to learning by sharing knowledge and developing skills through project work.

Skills

Machine Learning

Statistics

Data Science and Analytics

Data Visualization

Python Programming

SQL

Data Engineering

Cloud Computing

Artificial Intelligence

Software Engineering

Data Modelling

Power BI

Git

Tableau

Microsoft Azure

Databricks

AWS

Geospatial Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft Azure

Databricks

AWS

Job description

Graduate Data Scientist - Digital Services

Graduate Data Scientist - Digital Services

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're looking for a Graduate Data Scientist to join our Data Insights team. You will have the chance to work across a unique & wide-ranging portfolio of data projects. The role is focused on delivering data-driven solutions to both internal and external clients.

As a Graduate Data Scientist, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of data science, analytics and AI solutions that help clients solve complex challenges across the transport, energy, water and built environment sectors.
• Apply statistical, analytical and programming techniques to collect, prepare, analyse and visualise data, identifying insights that support better decision-making.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to understand stakeholder needs, translate business challenges into data-driven solutions, and contribute to the development of practical tools, dashboards and applications.
• Explore and apply emerging AI, machine learning and data technologies, helping Arup and its clients adopt innovative approaches that improve efficiency, enhance insights and deliver better outcomes.
• Contribute to a collaborative learning environment by sharing knowledge, adopting best practices, and continuously developing technical and professional skills through training, mentoring and project experience.

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

An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in the following disciplines:

Technical Skills: Experience and knowledge in some of the following areas:

• Machine Learning; Statistics; Data Science and Analytics; Data Visualization
• Python Programming; Database Systems and SQL; Data Engineering
• Cloud Computing; Artificial Intelligence; Software Engineering; Data Modelling
• Data Cleaning and Transformation; Power BI; Git; Tableau; Microsoft Azure
• Databricks; AWS; Geospatial Data Analysis

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
• 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.

Closing Date: 18 December 2026

We're able to consider candidates who require an employment permit to work in Ireland, where the role and offered salary meet the Irish Government's eligibility criteria (for example, under the Critical Skills or General Employment Permit schemes). All Employment Permits are granted at the discretion of the Deciding Officer with offers contingent to obtaining the correct immigration to work and reside in Ireland.

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. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

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

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. Candidates may inform us of any disability, learning difference, or other circumstance that may require reasonable adjustments for interviews or assessments. Any information provided will be used only to make appropriate arrangements and will not be considered in any other aspect of your application or selection process.
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