Structural Engineering Intern (Available June 2025)

A future with purpose

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.

The opportunity

• Create solutions to build environment challenges using the art and science of structural engineering
• Design structural systems and perform structural analysis within a team of engineers
• Deliver structural engineering drawings, calculations, reports, sketches and presentations
• Collaborate with internal and external parties
• Attend meetings and learn from listening, asking questions and discussion.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary design team to develop sustainable solutions
• Learn and implement software and technology skills to perform structural analysis, design, and documentation
• Continually develop new skills and experience through Arup University, Arup Structural Skills Network, and on-the-job learning
• Learn and understand local and international codes and regulations

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for interns who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives , and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients - we’d like to hear from you.

Required:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, structural engineering or related fields focused on structural engineering building design
• Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design and advanced reinforced concrete design
• Professional demeanor
• Skills in planning and organizing
• Ability to perform in a deadline environment
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn.
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Preferred:

• Pursuing a master’s degree in civil, architectural, structural engineering or related fields focused on structural engineering building design
• Coursework in structural dynamics, timber design, earthquake engineering, post-tensioned concrete design
• FE/ EIT certification
• Structural software skills, Revit skills, 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.), coding skills (MySQL, Python, etc), AutoCAD skills
• Past internship with a design firm or extracurricular activity in the field
• Past history of technical presentations and technical writing
• Personal engagement in an academic, volunteer or extracurricular field
• Ability to visually communicate through a variety of media

Our teams’ notable projects

• Little Island
• Allegiant Stadium Las Vegas
• Space Needle Renovation
• Houston Endowment Headquarters
• El Paso Children’s Museum

What we offer you

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 recognizes 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. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

When you start your career with Arup, you will have the opportunity to deliver high quality valuable work for our clients. Our inclusive and diverse work environment will allow you to thrive and build your technical, project management and business development skills needed to be successful in our firm.

Texas HiringRange

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Texas is $19.00 to $32.00 per hour . This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Texas will differ.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll invite you to showcase your skills through a pre-recorded video interview. After reviewing your submission, a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Arup is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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