Job description
Apprenticeship Level 4 - Civil Engineering - Southampton
Job Details
- Locations:Southampton
- Job Type:Apprenticeships
- Closing Date:14 March 2026
- Ref:6071
Interested In This Role?
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 to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.
Our Level 4 Higher Apprenticeships
Our Level 4 Higher Apprenticeships allow you to work toward a higher‑education qualification while gaining real responsibility on live projects. At this level, you will pursue a qualification equivalent to the first year of a university degree or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Civil Engineering. You'll study with a higher‑education provider through day release, block release, or blended learning, depending on the programme structure.
You will develop deeper problem‑solving and analytical skills, applying engineering theory directly in the workplace. This reflects the focus of Level 4 provision, which includes core topics such as problem solving, statistics, programming, systems analysis and technical engineering knowledge aligned to industry standards.
A dedicated mentor will support you throughout your learning and professional development. Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis from day one, with clear progression routes available after completion.
The Opportunity
As a Level 4 Civil Engineering Higher Apprentice, you will be part of multidisciplinary teams delivering a broad range of infrastructure projects, from highways and bridges to drainage, flood defences, earthworks, water treatment works, and major transport schemes.
At Level 4, you will begin undertaking more advanced technical tasks, including:
- Preparing supervised design calculations and engineering assessments.
- Creating and managing digital models using CAD/BIM tools.
- Supporting analysis of civil engineering systems and data.
- Contributing to technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
- Assisting with site visits, surveys and preliminary technical evaluations.
- Applying engineering principles learned through your higher‑education studies.
Your work will help deliver effective and professional services for a wide range of prominent clients. As part of your apprenticeship, you will study toward a Level 4 Civil Engineering qualification (e.g. HNC or equivalent) with one of our higher‑education partner institutions.
Completion of the apprenticeship supports progression toward professional recognition with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), including EngTech MICE, and provides a strong foundation for further academic and professional advancement.
Is this role right for you?
We're looking for apprentices who are curious and ready to evolve how they think and work.
We are looking for candidates with a minimum of:
- Two Alevels (including Maths or a relevant science/technical subject), or
- A Level 3 qualification in Engineering (such as a BTEC, T Level or equivalent)
- Strong GCSE results in Maths (Grade B/6), English and Science are also desirable.
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.
Advert closing date: 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.
Location Preferences
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
Duplicate applications
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 and have resided in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of 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.
What we offer you
Beyond a great salary and stimulating, technically challenging work, Arup offers a range of additional benefits to its people.
As a membership organisation, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme. Our members also have access to a range of broader wellbeing benefits. You’ll have access to lots of learning and development opportunities. This includes a structured induction and ongoing training through Arup university.
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.
Next steps
Please click on the role that most interests you to find out further information and to apply. We then ask that you complete the application form, attaching any required documents. We will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis. You are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in advance of the application deadline.
Different people, shared values
At Arup, we encourage individuality to thrive by respecting, sharing and connecting our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas so we can grow together.
At Arup we are an equal opportunity employer, and we accept people for who they are – we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, gender identity and expression, marital status, disability, neurodiversity and mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. Your difference belongs here. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – 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.
At Arup, we are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@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. As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our assessment places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role. Please refer to these requirements per each role advertised.
We appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and it’s not always easy to commit to standard working hours. Work Unbound is our innovative hybrid approach to working and gives all our members greater flexibility in deciding how and where they work.
