Summer Internship -Building Services Vertical Transportation Engineer

Summer Internship
-Building Services Vertical Transportation Engineer - London

Beyond standard areas of responsibility, Arup expects its vertical transportation engineers to become creative partners in the design process working closely with architects to ensure the movement of people and goods around buildings in an efficient and co-ordinated manner. If you have curiosity, genuine interest and an appreciation of (or a willingness to learn about) the Vertical Transportation sector, we would love to hear from you.

At Arup, we are leaders rather than followers in technical advances and sustainability. Through in-house research and development and a host of previous cutting-edge projects, we ensure that clients get the benefit, rather than the risk, of innovation. We look not only at the capital cost of new installations but the space efficiency and energy costs to arrive at optimum solutions.

We are currently recruiting a Vertical Transportation Engineer student for a 6-8 week summer internship. You will be working in a multi-disciplinary office, preparing designs in co-ordination with project teams as well as external architects, surveyors, contractors and clients for projects across a wide range of markets. You'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of project, located all over the world and at different project stages.

You will gain a thorough understanding of the role of a design engineer, experience the use of software design programmes.

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

• Studying towards an accredited Master's degree in a STEM subject, including Architectural Engineering or equivalent qualification
• An interest in architecture and the built environment
• Enthusiasm for a career in building design
• Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines
• Demonstrate a creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and to be proactive

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

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

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.

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. 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.