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Business and Investor Advisory Summer Internship

On-site in London·Added today (last checked 27 Oct)

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Work mode: On-site, London

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What you'll get

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

The role

Summer Internship - Business and Investor Advisory (Civil Engineering, Digital Engineering - London or Manchester)

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that's exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently - it's essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

You will join a team of around 120 people based in London and Manchester, providing financial, commercial and technical advice to a wide range of clients across multiple sectors including energy, utilities, transport and telecommunications.

You will get the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects at all stages of the project lifecycle from business case development right through to M&A (buy and sell side), involving development of strategy, understanding and development of commercial strategy and risk, economics policy and technical advisory to a range of clients, including infrastructure and private equity investors, governments, and international finance institutions.

What you'll do

Reviewing and assessing reports and technical documentation,
Providing inputs to business plans,
Supporting the project team to produce technical and ESG due diligence reports from a diverse range of sectors,
Supporting teams in preparing presentations and reports on findings and conclusions,
Business development support - writing and managing proposals, and keeping abreast of potential opportunities.

https://www.arup.com/services/business-and-investor-advisory/

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

Working towards a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Digital Engineering or any other relevant engineering or science related degrees

Relevant Modules include Infrastructure; data centres; transports; social infrastructure Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS office applications

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

Additional information

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.

Hiring process

Arup publishes a three-stage company-wide process: online application, 2-3 interviews (Teams or in person, ~1 hour each), then a decision which may include a background check 1 interview

The page also describes a separate six-stage Director/Principal-level recruitment process (online application reviewed by the Executive Hiring Team, initial panel interview, online assessment, second panel interview with regional board members, final panel interview with two Group Board members, and decision/background check).
Early careers (graduates, internships, apprenticeships) are signposted to a separate page rather than described in detail here.
Candidates can request support or reasonable adjustments throughout the application.

Hiring process

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

About Arup

Industry: Engineering Consultancy

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Additional information

Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.