This job is with ARUP, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.The Opportunity On this Summer Placement you'll work alongside skilled professionals and from day one you will be working on real life meaningful projects - adding value to clients, while exploring challenges with curiosity and creativity. You'll learn from others and begin creating your professional network ready for when you graduate. There are regular learning sessions with our leadership team, opportunities for site visits to local projects and all kinds of social events that will support your learning and development. Our aim is to welcome as many students back into our other programmes, be that another internship or potential graduate position. This placement is the stepping-stone to your future. As transport planners, our work engages with all modes of transport, from walking, wheeling and cycling to bus and rail planning and station design across the UK and globally. Our placement students will have the opportunity to gain insight into aspects of our business, this is including but not limited to: Support planning applications through the decision-making and post-decision processes Preliminary access and operational design advice Large-scale data analysis using a range of industry standard software Strategic transport advice for commercial and public sector clients Strategic and local transport modelling, including pedestrian and traffic simulation modelling Rail operations and planning Stadium operations and event planning National and regionally significant infrastructure projects Our transport planning experts work side by side with specialists from a wide range of backgrounds, including environmental, planning and civil engineering. Many of our projects are boundary pushing and nationally significant. We work hard to foster good relationships with everyone involved in the planning process - including national governments, regional partnerships or agencies, local planning authorities and developers as well the wider community and stakeholders. Is this role right for you? We are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes: We are looking for candidates who are working towards a bachelor's degree in subjects relating to civil or other engineering, geography, planning, economics, mathematics, operational research, data/computer science with a prediction of 2:1 or higher or; data analytics or transport planning-based master's degree or other relevant topic with a prediction of pass or above is advantageous.  We're looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work.  Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients - we'd like to hear from you.  We're looking for: 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, 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: 8th May 2026Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended. Location Preferences While 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 form Duplicate applications Please 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.