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Geologist - Hydrogeologist Work Placement

Geology, Hydrology, Geotechnical.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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.

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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 and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Work Placement Geologist/Hydrogeologist to join our specialist Ground Engineering team in Cork or Dublin, Ireland. The team provides geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological input to a portfolio of exciting, varied and multidisciplinary projects across Ireland and internationally.

Our work spans major infrastructure, energy, water, environmental and development projects, with a strong focus on understanding ground and groundwater conditions and managing ground-related risks.

During your work placement at Arup, you will work alongside a team on tasks such as:

  • Geological, hydrogeological and geotechnical desk studies, site assessments and development of conceptual ground models.
  • Planning and interpretation of ground investigations, including drilling, trial pitting, rock coring, geological logging, in situ testing and groundwater monitoring.
  • Groundwater resource and supply investigations, including borehole feasibility assessments, borehole design and performance evaluation.
  • Hydrogeological investigations, including pumping tests, groundwater monitoring programmes and interpretation of groundwater data.
  • Geological and geotechnical assessments supporting infrastructure, environmental and development projects, including earthworks, slopes, excavations and rock engineering.
  • Groundwater flow, contaminant transport and geotechnical modelling to support engineering design, resource assessment and risk evaluation.
  • Preparation of technical reports, factual and interpretative ground investigation reports, hydrogeological assessments and environmental documentation.
  • Geological and hydrogeological input to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Environmental Statements and regulatory submissions.
  • Assessment of potential impacts of developments on ground conditions, groundwater resources and groundwater-dependent receptors, including identification of mitigation measures.
  • Working closely with specialists from other disciplines to develop integrated and sustainable engineering solutions.
  • Attending project meetings and communicating with colleagues, project partners, contractors, regulators and clients.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for students who are working towards an undergraduate or master's degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Hydrogeology, or a related discipline. Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:

  • 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.

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.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

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  • Deadline
    December 18th, 2026
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Location
    Dublin and Cork
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • Ecology/Environmental
  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Geology/Minerals
  • Geotechnical
  • Water/Hydrology
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