Expression of Interest – Building Engineering UPM students
Expression of Interest – Building Engineering UPM students
Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain
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 420 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.
At Arup, we value diverse expertise. With your background in Building Engineering and Business Administration, you’ll bring a holistic perspective to projects that combine design, management, and sustainability. You will collaborate within multidisciplinary teams across areas such as consulting, planning, building design, and operations—contributing to innovative solutions that transform urban environments and improve quality of life.
The Opportunity
This is a unique chance to explore the breadth of Arup’s work while applying your combined expertise in Building Engineering and Business Administration. You will gain exposure to diverse disciplines—from design and planning to project management and sustainability consulting—while contributing to solutions that shape resilient, future-ready cities.
You are already familiar with the work of our Project Management & Design Management, Business & Investor Advisory, Architecture, and Foresight teams through the event presentations in December 2025. If these areas spark your interest, you can express it—but remember, Arup encompasses many other disciplines, offering opportunities to collaborate across engineering, advisory, and design fields. This diversity allows you to shape your own path and discover where your skills can make the greatest impact.
As a Trainee at Arup, you will:
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across a variety of disciplines—beyond those you’ve already learned about—to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for real-world projects.
Contribute to research, analysis, and design activities that support projects in areas such as building design, advisory, and planning, helping shape resilient cities and infrastructure.
Learn and grow by engaging with experts from diverse fields, gaining hands-on experience and discovering where your skills can make the greatest impact.
Does this role inspire you?
We invite undergraduate and master’s students in Building Engineering and Business Administration to apply. If you’re interested in the work of our Project Management & Design Management, Business & Investor Advisory, Architecture, or Foresight teams—or any other discipline at Arup—this is your opportunity to show it.
Ideally, you’ll bring:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master’s degree in Building Engineering or Business Administration.
A strong vocation to develop in one of the fields previously mentioned - Project Management & Design Management, Business & Investor Advisory, Architecture, Foresight - or other disciplines at Arup.
Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish (C1 level).
A proactive and dynamic attitude.
Interest in digital tools and technologies.
Conditions
Be enrolled in the university to be able to establish an agreement with the University
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.
To apply for an internship, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English explaining your motivation and the area(s) you’d like to explore within Arup.
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?