Arcadis

About Arcadis

Arcadis’ story began back in 1888 in the Netherlands, where we developed unusable land into places for people to live and establish communities. Nowadays, we are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, who focus on creating better housing, revolutionising transport systems and finding new solutions to complex environmental challenges. We embed sustainability across everything we do to deliver solutions that are resilient, effective and within planetary boundaries.

The future of Arcadis is shaped by the mindset of our people. That's why we actively seek fresh thinkers who aspire to improve quality of life and are dedicated to driving a planet-positive future with innovative perspectives and creative solutions.

Arcadis has been recognized in Fast Company's prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024. This accolade reflects Arcadis' commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation within the architecture and engineering sectors. 

Additionally, the firm has made a significant impact on the global stage, debuting at number two on the World Architecture 100 list, marking it as one of the top architecture firms in the world.

We were also named one of the Top Companies in the World for Women by Forbes for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights Arcadis' dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for female professionals, solidifying its reputation as a leader in promoting gender diversity and equality within the industry.

In addition to these awards, Arcadis has been recognized with several awards for our commitment to supporting early careers: Rate My Apprenticeships: Best 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2023-2024 / 2024 –2025; The Times: Top 100 Graduate Employers; Rate My Placement: Best 100 Student Employers 2023-2024/ 2024 – 2025; Rate My Placement: Best 100 Student Employers 2024-2025 and Glassdoor; Best Places to Work 2024

Join Arcadis. Create a legacy.

Our Opportunities

Spending time working at Arcadis before you graduate is a brilliant way to kickstart your career and gain first-hand experience of life at Arcadis. Not only will you work alongside skilled professionals and contribute to real projects, but you’ll also earn a salary while doing so.

During your time with us, you'll receive a salary while gaining the technical experience and transferable skills needed to support and complete your studies. Our program is built on self-paced, guided learning, empowering you to develop core business skills and a deep understanding of the Arcadis business. You'll also acquire hands-on technical knowledge by collaborating with our clients on real-world projects.

We have opportunities for students across a range of disciplines, including Engineering, Specialists & Scientists, Consulting, and Project Management. Upon joining Arcadis as either a 6 to 12-month work placement or a 10 to 12-week summer intern, you will have hands-on experience with real-life projects from day one, making a tangible difference to the work we do. 

Those looking to join us as undergraduates have two options: Internships (10 to 12-week summer placements) or Work Placements (6 to 12-month work placements) across multiple disciplines, such as:

• Engineering
• Project Management
• Cost Consulting
• Environmental Specialists

We have one intake of undergraduate work placements and summer internships every year, with applications opening in September. Our Summer Intern Programme typically starts in July, with our Work Placement Programme typically starting in August.

We recommend applying early, as we review applications on a first-come, first-serve basis.