Canada and Colombia co-op program

Taking your career forward

At Arup, we offer paid co-op positions in Canada and Colombia. You will work closely with teams and contribute to the success of the projects we are working on. We have a strong network of graduates who look forward to helping you settle into your role. You'll also have the support of more experienced team members, who are on hand to coach you through your projects.

Our co-op positions give you the chance to explore what a future with Arup could look like before you graduate. You'll gain valuable real-world experience on projects related to renewable energy, transport, sustainable cities and much more.

No two roles are the same and here you’ll have freedom combined with personal responsibility from day one. Our co-operative education program allows for varied, challenging and rewarding work, designed to provide you with real skills that you can carry forward once complete. If you are successful in your time with us, this often leads to graduate positions. This is a great opportunity to find out what it feels to belong to an extraordinary collective at Arup.

Your Co-Op experience

Our co-operative education program offers you many possibilities to shape a better world. From your first day, you’ll join a global community of experts in a supportive culture where we encourage individuality to thrive.  Your development blends hands-on experience with technical knowledge to give you the best possible launch pad for what will surely be an extraordinary career. In practice, this means: 

• Defined duration in line with your degree requirements.
• Continuous training to build your leadership and technical skills, through our Leadership Academy and Arup University. You will also have access to our global skills networks in the form of workshops and online self-enabled learning.
• Dedicated opportunities to connect with your cohort. You will get to spend some time with your peers, designed to focus on connection of your role to our strategy and becoming a great team member.
• Technical development through working alongside globally recognized experts on projects that make an impact across the globe.
• Build relationships with fellow interns, graduates and experts across the business, creating connections that help you learn, grow and thrive.
• Opportunities to participate in community initiatives and join networks that champion inclusion, belonging and positive change across Arup.
• Experience the power of shared imagination by collaborating with diverse teams, disciplines and perspectives to deliver meaningful outcomes. 

What do we look for?

Eligibility

To be considered for a place on a co-operative program, your application must include a copy of your resume and meet the following criteria: 

• Enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in a degree related to the role. 
• For roles in Canada, we consider students who are available for the full program duration. 
• For Colombia, we only consider students enrolled in universities local to our Bogotá office and who are available for a six – month program (pasantías contract). 

Aside from 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, are curious and always eager to learn or explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. 

We create an environment where members feel a sense of belonging, can bring their whole self to work and perform at their best. We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and well-being of our members.  We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds as well as people living with disability and provide workplace adjustments.  

Application process and timeline

We understand that applying for jobs can be a difficult, and at times, daunting process. We’ve kept our process simple and straight forward so that you can perform at your best, and our Early Careers Team are always on hand to answer questions. 
 
Not all roles have a fixed deadline; some are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close as soon as they're filled. Where a deadline does apply, check the vacancy for details, and apply as early as possible either way. 

If you need more support at any stage or have any questions, our FAQs below cover the most common questions, or you can reach out to us directly. 
 
For roles and candidates across the United States, Canada and Colombia: AMREarlyCareers@arup.com