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Summer Internship Building Services Mechanical Engineer (5921)

Arup
Southampton
1 day ago
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Our Mechanical Building Services Engineers apply their specialist skills to buildings projects across the globe and are influential at being able to drive reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and energy/water consumption to the benefit of our society. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following types of developments; commercial and residential developments ; u niversities, colleges and schools ; hospitals and healthcare buildings ; laboratories and research facilities ; transport projects, including airports and rail stations ; sports facilities and stadia ; hotels & leisure ; theatres and performance venues ; museums and a rt g alleries ; large-scale industrial and manufacturing facilities and data centres.

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for Mechanical or Building Services Engineering Summer Students to join our well-established Buildings teams across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for students that are enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the Building Design and sustainability sector to join a multi-disciplinary this summer. 

Furthermore, you will work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services to our clients. Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of our design teams, you will have the opportunity to work alongside Architects, Building Services, Building Physics and Geotechnical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers

Is this role right for you?

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

  • You must be in your final or penultimate year studying towards a MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services 
  • Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in building design 
  • STEM minded individuals who are keen to use their engineering acumen to design the services that make Buildings comfortable for their users. You need to be willing to communicate, calculate, keen to learn to use 3D and thermal software and proactive to develop ideas into designs. With opportunities to work on many aspects of the built environment from projects that have just started to the thought about to site visits looking at installed services in nearly completed buildings you need to enjoy a variety of types of work.

We're Looking For

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.

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

Advert closing date: 6th January 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.

Location Preferences

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. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form

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Please note, 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.

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