Communications Trainee

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain
Arup is an independent company of engineers, architects, designers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a wide range of professional services.
It is the creative force behind some of the most important and innovative projects in today's built environment, both small and large in scale. With 90 offices in 35 countries, our more than 18,000 employees offer a wide range of professional services. Thus, through our work, we want to create a positive impact in our current environment.
We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 220 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.
The Opportunity
We are looking to incorporate a student in the internal Communication Department. The ideal profile would be a curious and creative person that is currently studying a degree or master focused on corporate communication, information sciences, and public relations interested in developing their career in the communication department.
Among the functions that the person will have:

Internal communication:
Writing content for internal channels, both in English and Spanish.
Press clipping.
Support in internal campaigns.

External communication:
Support in writing content.
Updating current information on Arup. com.
Support in planning and creating content on social networks.
Support in the relationship with media agencies.

To be currently studying a degree or master in corporate communication, information sciences, and/or public relations.
Have autonomy and the ability to organize and plan the agreed tasks.
Control times and workload to prioritize and meet delivery dates.
Be able to generate ideas and actions and carry them out under minimal supervision.
Be sensitive to the work of others, knowing how to prioritize and try to accommodate them.
Review the work done, ensuring that it is well done and that it meets the quality standard.
High level of spoken and written English and Spanish skills.
Conditions
Currently studying at the university level to establish an internship agreement.
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 and a cover letter in English.
Why work at Arup?
We work on innovative and international projects collaborating with different disciplines and offices around the world.
We offer flexible check-in and check-out hours and a hybrid work model.
You will have the possibility of living a professional experience abroad, through our international assignments.
We have continuous training through our Arup University platform, LinkedIn Learning licenses, and access to virtual English/Spanish classes.
We are committed to equal opportunities through the objectives established in our equality plan.
You will be able to participate in EDI initiatives (equity, diversity, and inclusion) that are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, such as Connect Out Europe and Connect Women +.
You can also participate in the Community Engagement (commitment to different communities) and Ovagreen (commitment to the environment) initiatives.
We promote a healthy life among our employees through subsidies with different sports centers, inter-company leagues, tournaments, free daily coffee, tea, local fruit.
We allocate several of our profits to knowledge at work, with the possibility of financing research through the Invest in Arup program.
We are committed to a young and dynamic work environment, in which juniors and seniors share values and learn from each other through internal activities.
We contribute part of our annual benefits to solidarity projects, such as the design and construction of various buildings and infrastructures in developing countries.
The independence of Arup as a company allows us to share with all Arupians a part of the profits obtained globally twice a year.
Arup is, according to the ranking of Actualidad Económica, El Mundo, one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2023.
We have received the "Empresa más igual" award from the Community of Madrid at the XIX Edition of the Madrid Flexible Company Awards 2023 for our equality and diversity policies.
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.
What are we searching for?
At Arup we place sustainability at the heart of our projects and invest in research and development to address issues such as climate change and poverty. We have committed to achieving the goal of net zero emissions by 2030 and making a significant contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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