Vacation Student | Mechanical Engineer

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.

If you’re currently studying, now is the best time to get a glimpse of where your career could take you.

The Opportunity

Arup’s Summer Vacation Programme is a 12 week-long, paid internship opportunity tailored for students in their penultimate year across Australia during their summer university break. The Summer Vacation Programme will run from 23 November 2026 – 12 February 2027.

On completion, you will automatically be considered for a graduate role, putting you ahead of the graduate pack. If you’re currently studying, now is the best time to get a glimpse of where your career could take you.

Our Summer Vacation Programme Offers You

Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs. Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future. Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities.

Is this role right for 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.

Eligibility

To be considered for the Summer Vacation Programme your application must include a copy of your resume, academic transcript, and meet the following criteria:

Minimum Completing studies of Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline level qualification in Mechanical EngineeringStudents in their penultimate year of study are encouraged to apply; however, we welcome applications from all students currently studying for a relevant degree. Full working rights in Australia for the duration of the programmeAvailability to work for the duration of the programme

Duplicate applications

Candidates should submit only one application per recruitment cycle. All applications flow into a central talent pool, and our team will review your profile for all suitable internship opportunities.

Advert closing date

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

What We Offer You

Guided by our values, we provide a fair and equitable total reward package and offer a career in which all 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.

Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to do meaningful work that strengthens the resilience of communities and places to improve lives through Arup's community engagement programme.

Different people, shared values

At Arup we are an equal opportunity employer, and we accept people for who they are – we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, your difference belongs here. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact APACEarlyCareers@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.

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