Graduate Transport Planner

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'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.

Our Transport planning practice is at the forefront in thinking about the future of our cities, towns, and transport networks - driving innovation, using systems thinking, data analytics and modelling together with an advisory mindset, to deliver what our clients need.

Low carbon transport is our priority, be it trains, trams, buses or active modes and smarter transport solutions.

We are involved in a broad range of projects; from developing transport strategy and policy, through business case development and economic appraisal, to the planning of new transport networks and systems. We are engaged in some of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, ranging from Northern Powerhouse Rail to Great Grid Upgrade and the Haweswater Aqueduct Replacement Programme. Alongside this, we make a real impact in our local communities, for example through active travel masterplans, and improving local public transport provision.

We work for devolved administrations, local Councils, infrastructure operators and private sector organisations.

• Preparing reports on technical analysis and findings;
• Undertaking numerical analysis;
• Understanding various computer software tools ranging from Microsoft Excel through to specific modelling packages;
• Working on technical, research and strategy reports;
• Solving technical problems and providing innovative solutions as your level of experience develops

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

• An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• Primary study areas in a relevant discipline, such as Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography & Geospatial Science or Urban Planning.
• Required technical skills:
  Data Analysis & Numerical Skills; GIS & Spatial Analysis;
  Research;
  Report Writing; MS Word; MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; QGIS or ArcGIS
• Desirable technical skills:
  Programming & Automation;
  Business Case & Economic Appraisal Skills;
  Transport Modelling;
  Public Transport Planning Tools; SATURN; CUBE;
  Aimsun;
  Python; SQL;
  Podaris;
  Power BI

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:
  You care about sustainable development and want to see your work make a genuine difference.
• Innovative minds:
  You think critically, ask hard questions, and are genuinely open to new approaches.
• Growth seekers:
  You are curious, actively seek feedback, and look for ways to keep developing.
• Adaptable adventurers:
  You are comfortable with uncertainty and adapt readily as projects and priorities evolve.

You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.

Advert Closing Date:
16 October 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is…