Apprenticeship Level 3 - Civil Engineering

Our Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships

Our apprenticeships allow you to study for industry‑recognised qualifications whilst earning a competitive salary. As an apprentice, you will study with a training provider, such as a college, and combine this experience with real responsibilities in the workplace. Your study pattern could be day or block release, or via distance learning, depending on the course that you enrol on. A dedicated mentor will guide you through your personal and professional development.

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships have a typical duration of two to three years, during which you will attain both a professional and academic qualification to further your career. Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis, so you’ll continue to progress with Arup once you’ve completed your course.

We are currently recruiting for Civil Engineering Apprentices to join our teams across Bridges & Civil Structures and Rail. Depending on the team you join, projects and designs will come in all shapes and sizes and could include:

• Highways
• Bridges
• Rail schemes
• Roads & pavements
• Drainage & flood defences
• Dams
• Reservoirs
• Sports stadia
• Schools
• Universities
• Offices and industrial premises

You could also get involved in the computer modelling and drawing of access roads, civil structures, bridges, and utility infrastructure.

You will help us to deliver effective and professional services for a range of varied and high‑profile clients. As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll study towards a Level 3 qualification in Civil Engineering with one of our local partner colleges.

For this apprenticeship opportunity we are recruiting into our Rail, and Bridge & Civil Structures teams.

From day one, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, delivering projects to improve the infrastructure used every day – whether it is for transport, energy or water schemes. The work will be varied, both technically and in terms of project size and location.

• Hold GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in
  * English and Maths at grades A–C / 9–4**.

• Passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative mind: critical thinker who embraces new ideas and challenges the status quo.
• Growth seeker: eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurer: ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.

14th March 2026. In the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. Please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form.

Candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.

Please note we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you have resided in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of the programme and are eligible to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship opportunity without our sponsorship in order for your application to be considered.