Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain

Bring your creativity to life and support our business through impactful 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.

Our Marketing team in Madrid plays a key role in supporting the company's activities and objectives through visual communication. By effectively transmitting Arup’s ideas, projects, and values, they strengthen the brand’s image, improving both internal and external communications.

 

The Opportunity

Gain hands-on experience in graphic design and work alongside specialists within our Marketing team in Madrid. This traineeship offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects, developing your skills and building your portfolio while making a real impact on how we communicate our work.

 

As a Graphic Designer Trainee at Arup, you will:

Produce visual materials that clearly and effectively communicate the company's projects and services. Design layouts for client presentations, technical documents, project reports, diagrams, and graphics. Create marketing materials: brochures, infographics, newsletters, internal communications, event materials, and graphic support for corporate videos or social media. Ensure all graphic elements align with the company's brand identity, following corporate style guidelines and maintaining consistency across visual documents. Collaborate with other departments to ensure all materials meet Arup's brand standards.

 

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for candidates who have a strong sense of design, conceptual thinking, and visual communication. You should be able to tackle creative and communication challenges with an innovative mindset. Ideally, you’ll bring:

Studies in Graphic Design, Concept Design, or a related field. Knowledge of editorial design and corporate identity (ability to apply brand guidelines consistently across all graphic materials). Proactivity, organization, and decisiveness, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines. Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and After Effects would be an asset. Excellent written and spoken Spanish and English. A collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

 

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 believe in investing in our people and supporting their growth from day one. As a trust-owned company, we're driven by our purpose and values, creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our employees.

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, according to the ranking of Actualidad Económica, El Mundo, one of the best companies to work in Spain in 2024. Thanks to our flexibility policies, Forbes magazine has selected us as one of the 100 best companies to work for in Spain in 2024.

We adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity of the Generation and Talent Observatory promoted by the 50Plus Think Tank Association, committing ourselves 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?