Trainee Structural Engineer

Structural Engineering Trainee At Arup Madrid

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain. Bringing the best of Arup structural engineering to each of our projects.

Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 300 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Arup is a world class structural engineering practice with global reach and expertise developed from the firm's founding, including on many of the world's most iconic modern buildings and structures. We lead across contemporary key issues such as low-carbon design, existing building re-use and timber engineering.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to be part of the Structural Engineering team in Arup Madrid. You will have the opportunity to work with specialists in the field and develop your technical skills and knowledge in the area.

As a Structural Engineering Trainee at Arup, you will:

• Support the structures team in calculation and design of building structures
• Participation in different stages of production: project bids, concept/schematic/detailed design
• Possibility of site visits

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone proactive and dynamic. Ideally, you'll bring:

• Degree in Civil Engineering and currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Special interest in structures and building design
• High level of English (C1)
• Proficient in use of structural analysis programs
• Programming skills and use of parametric tools (Python, Grasshopper)
• Experience in BIM methodology and modelling software (Revit, Rhino)

Conditions

• Be enrolled in the university to be able to establish an agreement with the University
• Immediate incorporation
• Duration: 6 months of extendable internship (possibility of joining after completing the internship)
• Schedule: From 20 to 40 hours per week to be defined with the student
• Remuneration: will depend on the student's level of training and the number of hours established.

How to apply for the internship?

To apply for this internship, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2024 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.

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 are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

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. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact beatriz.estefania@arup.com. We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?