Architectural Year Out Placement Student

Job description

Hours of work: Full-time

Tenure: Fixed term for 1 year

The Property & Campus Services (PCS) department of the University is looking to recruit a Part 1 Architectural Year-Out Placement Student to the Design Group, commencing on 28th September 2026.

The role is for a Part 1 Architectural student to provide Architectural design services and support on Design Group construction projects, which includes building repairs/maintenance, as well as mechanical and electrical alterations/improvements and minor capital works within the value band of circa £25k to £10m.

You will assist the department in the continuing work across the University Estate that will contribute towards your Architectural qualification. You will be working alongside a team of Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Supervisors gaining invaluable experience in the construction industry.

You should have minimum 3 GCSE's at Grade C or above (or equivalent) and a Part 1 Architecture degree (or equivalent).

The post is a full-time 1-year Fixed Term Contract.

Please ensure that a full CV and Architectural Portfolio is attached with your application.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to enhancing a workforce as diverse as our community and particularly encourage applicants who are of minoritised genders and ethnic backgrounds, living with a disability, and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.