UK & Ireland graduate programme

Our scheme

Each year we recruit over 300 graduate members across our UK offices, which span 16 locations. We have a strong network of friendly, experienced professionals who look forward to helping you settle into your role. From the moment you start, you’ll be contributing to client projects that could span the globe, and we’ll give you the training, support and freedom that you need to thrive.

Our graduates typically join us each September, and before joining, all members have the opportunity to learn more about our firm, our projects and priorities. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will meet some of your fellow members from across the UK, connect with your team and colleagues, and begin creating your own Arup network. With a programme designed to settle you into Arup, you will have a structured agenda for your first week which will include meeting your team, meeting leadership and understanding what learning means at Arup.

Your graduate experience

Our graduate experience offers you many possibilities to shape a better world. From your first day, you’ll join a 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: 

• 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 graduate cohort, to build relationships with your peers and understand how your role contributes to Arup’s wider strategy.
• Technical development through working alongside globally-recognised experts on projects that make an impact around the world.
• 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 graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your CV and meet the following criteria: 

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts. 

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 wellbeing of our graduates.  We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds as well as people living with disability and provide workplace adjustments.  

Start your application

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 friendly Early Careers Team are always on hand to answer questions.

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 in the UK: UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com

For roles and candidates in the Republic of Ireland: EUREarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com