Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin and 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
We are seeking talented students to join our team in Dublin and Cork over the period of a few months. We look for students who are ready to jump into the professional world; diverse individuals with inquisitive minds and a desire to challenge.
You will work alongside skilled professionals and contribute to the success of real projects. You will also enjoy learning sessions with technical experts within your team, working on local projects and all kinds of social events.
Dublin:
Our team are involved in a wide range of sectors including education, commercial and healthcare. Some of our current educational projects include the University College Dublin, Teaching and Learning Building, Trinity College Dublin E3 Learning Foundry and various diverse projects in Cork city and County, such as the refurbishment of the Crawford Art Gallery. We have successfully delivered on exciting projects in UCC (Boole Library, Glucksman Art Gallery and Aula Maxima) and MTU (School of Catering, School of Interior Design and Architectural Technology, Zero2020 Retrofit of Block B, Nimbus micro-grid test bed)
Cork:
Our team are involved in a wide range of sectors including science, education, commercial, healthcare and sports. Science projects include UCD Science Block refurb and several large Data Centres. Educational projects include the UCD Centre for Learning Building, TCD E3 Learning Foundry and TCD Old Library Renovation. We are working on the National Children’s Hospital, the National Maternity Hospital, and a new Critical Care Wing for the Rotunda Hospital. A new Velodrome is one of several projects we are working on in the Sport Ireland.

As a Mechanical Engineer work placement student at Arup, you will:
Be working closely with experienced Building Services engineers to:

• Undertake Thermal and Building Regulation Compliance modelling using IESVE or other similar software
• Use of Revit to develop designs and tender and contract information.
• Prepare and input to decarbonisation strategies for buildings with respect to both operational efficiency and adoption of renewable energy technologies
• Carry out analysis of new technologies and how they can be incorporated into our projects to ensure a sustainable and robust design

Does this role inspire you?
We're looking for students who are undertaking a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering or Building Services Engineering (NFQ Level 8/9 or equivalent).

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.

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