Summer Internship - Water Environment Scientist/Engineer (5991)

The Opportunity For this 6-8 week Summer Internship, we are seeking to employ a water and environment engineer or scientist who will work as part of the North (Scotland, Northern Ireland and North East England), and North West and Yorkshire geography. The role is within our Climate and Sustainability Services (CSS) team, and will ideally be based in Newcastle upon Tyne. Specifically, the candidate will work on a range of projects focusing on the Water Environment in the UK and abroad. Project work could include natural flood and drought management, river and wetland restoration, blue green corridors in town and cities, urban greening, general river basin process restoration, natural approaches to coastal management and flood risk management more generally. The candidate will play a role in the analysis of landscape systems, developing an understanding of risks, problems and opportunities and designing and developing innovative and creative solutions. The role will work as part of multi-disciplinary water and environment project teams including hydrologists, geomorphologists, ecologists, landscape architects, carbon specialists and engineers. The role will present opportunities to work on a broad range of projects in the UK and abroad and contribute to increased resilience of the environment and society. The role will also present an opportunity to contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments, Flood Risk Assessments and Water Framework Directive Assessments for a range of developments. The role will sometimes require other types of activity to be supported including ecological surveys, river surveys and support for other disciplines generally. Is this role right for you? We're Looking For The Following Qualifications, Attributes And SkillsStudying towards a degree in Engineering, Geography, Environmental Sciences or similar.A passion and enthusiasm for improving the environment and taking action on climate change.An appreciation of landscape systems, nature based solutions and flood risk management.An interest in rivers, coasts and ecosystems.An aspiration to be an architect for healthy water and ecological systems.Analytical, data processing and digital skills.Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems.We're Looking For ChangemakersA 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, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working. Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. You should be able to start this opportunity in Summer 2026.Advert closing date: 6th December 2025Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.Location PreferenceWhile the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application formDuplicate ApplicationsPlease note, candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.