Apprenticeship Level 3 - Civil Engineering Water

Level 3 Advanced 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 3 Advanced Apprenticeships have a typical duration of two to three 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.

You will be based in our Cardiff Office, amongst engineers, hydraulic modellers and specialist electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and process scientists. We deliver water and energy projects, from cradle to grave. Our mantra is to restore and regenerate rivers, coastlines and natural systems in the most sustainable way.

You will be an apprentice civil engineer, sat with an expert team around you who will support, guide and train you. You will join us in project delivery, with hands on learning experiences and the opportunity to visit our sites. This will include a range of projects including nature‑based solutions and complex civil structures. We are a global centre of excellence in Arup, and as such there will be opportunities to support projects all over the world as your career progresses.

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

• Hold GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths at grades A–C / 9–4.
• 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 September 2026.

14th March 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.

While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form.

Please note, candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.

Please note we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you have resided in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of the programme and are eligible to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship opportunity without our sponsorship in order for your application to be considered.