Summer Internship Acoustics (5941)

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Our experience of places is driven by our ears as much as our eyes, which is why acoustics is fundamental to any successful building or environment. Arup is a leading acoustics, noise and vibration design and advisory practice.

Our team works across a wide range of acoustic environments, whether it's developing an incredible acoustic experience in concert halls or managing vibration inside a particle physics laboratory.

The Opportunity

On this 6-12-week Summer Internship, you would be part of a team working on some of the most exciting and challenging projects both in the UK and abroad. Typically, we work across a wide variety of markets including Performing Arts, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Residential, Sport, Rail, Highways, Aviation and Energy. 

Our Successful Applicants Often Experience The Following

* The opportunity to gain a broad range of experience, including planning and feasibility studies; environmental and health impact assessments; building and infrastructure design; noise modelling; on-site measurements; as well as many other activities.
* Undertaking site-based noise and vibration measurements as required for projects, including (but not limited to) environmental noise monitoring and building acoustics.
* Desk-based acoustic studies using programmes such as Strutt (Arup's in-house acoustic Excel add-in), SoundPLAN, Odeon, etc. 
* Helping to develop a digital offering for acoustics, including developing online and in-person experiences to communicate project goals to clients and stakeholder.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for people with curiosity, personal drive and developing technical knowhow. If you can combine these skills with an understanding of (or interest in) the Acoustics sector, we'd like to hear from you.

Ideally You Will Have The Following Qualifications

* Working towards a Bachelors or Masters degree (or equivalent) in Acoustics, Environmental Science, Applied Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or Physics. Other subjects will be considered if you can demonstrate a strong interest in working and learning further in a technically demanding environment.
* Modules such as sound, acoustics, waves, vibrations or digital/coding related modules. 

We also value: 

* A strong ability to communicate with a team and report writing.
* Interest and skills in any of the following would also be of interest: Computational modelling; GIS and/or coding; Health effects of noise Sound systems; Sound recording; Signal processing.

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: 6th December 2025

Please 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

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Duplicate Applications

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