Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin or Cork.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Our water team in Arup works on a wide range of projects in Ireland and internationally. Projects include flood relief schemes, network and treatment plant design and sustainable drainage design to support Arup in the delivery of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

We have a wide breadth of skills and qualifications in our team and would be interested in hearing from candidates who are studying civil, structural, chemical, or environmental engineering or for environmental or science qualifications.

As a Water Engineer at Arup:

A number of specialties and project types exist within the Water and Flooding team. The responsibilities can change depending on the specific projects but may include:

• Prepare technical designs, drawings, reports, correspondence, and other outputs in accordance with approved design standards and procedures in line with the delivery programme.
• Ensure that relevant legislation, regulations, policies, strategies, and technical guidance is interpreted, followed, and communicated across the team with guidance from senior members of staff.
• Implement the appropriate QA procedures for all deliverables and ensure compliance with H&S requirements.
• Communicate effectively and in a team environment with a broad cross-section of individuals.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for students who have:

• A proven ability to work within a team environment, both internally among the greater Water team and externally within project teams and with stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of civil and structural components of flood risk, water or linear infrastructure.
• Knowledge of hydrological principles.
• Interest in water and wastewater treatment types.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and strong analytical skills.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in investing in our people and supporting their growth from day one. As a trust-owned company, we're driven by our purpose and values, creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our employees.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Kickstart your career with our structured program, benefit from continuous learning opportunities, and receive guidance from experienced mentors.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

Please note this role is suitable for those who are in full time education and are looking for a placement for the summer months or for those who are required to complete a placement as part of their course requirements.

If you have recently graduated, please apply to one of our '2025 Graduate Programme' roles.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?