Trainee Façades Designer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain

Showcasing impact in the Façade Design

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

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 300 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Arup invests in research, developing ideas such as design for disassembly and recovery, and finding ways to apply resource saving, circular economy principles. Our research encompasses predicted future weather patterns and changing definitions of comfort and discomfort. We apply this research to our work, providing comprehensive guidance for successful delivery of our clients’ projects.  

The Opportunity

This is your chance to be part of the Façades Team at the Arup Madrid. This team specializes in the design of architectural envelopes for various building types, with a focus on unique and innovative projects.

As a Trainee Façades Architect at Arup, you will:

• Work in a multidisciplinary team and in coordination with the architects responsible for the design and other agents involved (consultants, manufacturers, installers, etc.), in all phases of the project, from the concept to the monitoring of the execution on site.
• Develop details and construction systems, material studies, etc.
• Determine target performance of envelopes, and calculation of their thermal/energy and structural behaviour, including the calculation of components made of different materials: metal, glass, textiles, etc.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone proactive and dynamic who is seeking to develop their career in the façades area. Ideally, you’ll bring:

Currently studying a degree in of Architecture, Building Engineering or Industrial Engineering or be studying a Master in Light Facade Architecture, Master in Technological Facades and Sustainable Envelopes or a similar specialization course.

• Special interest in the design and engineering of envelopes, with emphasis on performance aspects.
• High level of English (C1)
• Knowledge of 3D drawing and modeling programs: AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Revit, Solidworks, Tekla or similar.
• Freehand drawing and sketching skills.
• Interest in working on national and international projects, and interest in sustainability, digital environments and innovation.
• High organizational and communication skills.
• Proactivity and dynamism.

Conditions

• Be enrolled in the university to be able to establish an agreement with the University
• Immediate incorporation
• Duration: 6 months of extendable internship (possibility of joining after completing the internship)
• Schedule: From 20 to 40 hours per week to be defined with the student
• Remuneration: will depend on the student's level of training and the number of hours established.

How to apply for the internship?

To apply for this internship, register your updated CV, portfolio and a cover letter in English.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future.  Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people.  We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance.  We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2024 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning—to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact beatriz.estefania@arup.com. We’re here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

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