Apprenticeship Opportunities (Level 4) - Cardiff

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Apprenticeship Opportunities (Level 4) - Cardiff

A Future with purpose

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes. 

Our Level 4 Higher Apprenticeships 

Our apprenticeships allow you to study for industry-recognised qualifications whilst earning a competitive salary. As an apprentice, you will study with a training provider, such as a college, and combine this experience with real responsibilities in the workplace. Your study pattern could be day or block release, or via distance learning, depending on the course that you enrol on. A dedicated mentor will guide you through your personal and professional development. Level 4 Higher Apprenticeships have a typical duration of two years, during which you will attain both a professional and academic qualification to further your career. Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis, so you'll continue to progress with Arup once you've completed your course.   

The Opportunity 

We are currently recruiting for Civil Engineering Apprentice to join our Bridges & Civil Structures team.  Depending on what team you join, projects and designs will come in all shapes and sizes and could include; highways, bridges, rail schemes, roads & pavements, drainage & flood defences, dams, reservoirs, sports stadia, schools, universities, offices and industrial premises. You could also get involved in the computer modelling and drawing of access roads, civil structures, bridges, and utility infrastructure.  

You will help us to deliver effective and professional services for a range of varied and high-profile clients. As part of your apprenticeship, you'll study towards a Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering with one of our local partner colleges.   

Bridge and Civil Structures: 

A career in any of our UK Bridges/Civils Structures teams provides an exciting and rewarding environment in which to work and develop. We are a truly diverse team, collaborating on and delivering a vast range of projects, of all scales, throughout the UK and across the globe. Our work covers the full range of civil engineering structures and bridges, and we are a driving force behind the concept and delivery of major infrastructure projects. Our projects transform and greatly improve daily lives, from new build designs which complement their environments through to the strengthening of existing assets to sustainably extend their life.  In Bridges and Civil Structures, this entails us being at the cutting edge in the use of technology such as 3D solid modelling, automation tools, coding, databases and data analytics. As such, we are looking for candidates with an aptitude and interest in developing in these areas alongside the more traditional technical and engineering skills.  

From day one, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, delivering projects to improve the infrastructure used every day – whether it is for transport, energy or water schemes. The work will be varied, both technically and in terms of project size and location.    

We are looking for candidates with five or more GCSEs at grade C/4/5 or above including Maths (Grade B/5/6 or above), English and Science or their equivalent.   

Is this role right for you?  

We're looking for apprentices who are curious and ready to evolve how they 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.  

You should be able to start this opportunity no later than September 2025

Eligibility for apprenticeship funding requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK and continuous residency in the UK since at least September 2022. Candidates holding a visa must ensure it remains valid for the full duration of the apprenticeship, which may extend up to 5 years. 

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.    

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. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts. 

We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. 

About Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Owned in trust by our members, our structure allows us freedom to set our own direction and opportunities – independently. We choose work that aligns with our values, working with clients on ambitious projects that will set new standards.

Projects including the Sydney Opera House, Beijing National Stadium, Millennium Bridge and the Swiss Re Headquarters are just some of the examples where our members have used imagination, technology and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.

We offer industry leading apprenticeships across a diverse range of disciplines, which we continue to expand each year. Our apprenticeships provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace, with qualifications designed to support your career ambitions.

We are proud to regularly feature as one of the top UK employers of Apprentices. It’s a testament to our commitment to providing a solid foundation to your development.

Recruiting around 400 graduates, interns and apprentices in the UK every year, we have vacancies across Advisory, Building Services & Building Performance, Structural & Civil Engineering, Transport & Ground Engineering, Climate & Sustainability Services, Digital Services, Planning, and Energy, Water & Resources to name a few.

Whether you are at school and unsure of your next move, are looking to study a Level 7 Apprenticeship to top up an existing qualification, or simply want a change in career direction, we’re sure to have a role that interests you and complements your natural strengths.

Explore Apprentice opportunities at Arup and build a future with purpose.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.