6-month Civil Engineering Industrial Placement with Colas Ireland
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Role: Civil Engineering Intern – Start Date: March 2026 – August 2026 – Application Deadline: 17/11/25
Who is Colas?
* The Colas Group operates internationally in all aspects of transport infrastructure.
* Colas Ireland is primarily involved in the distribution of bitumen products, emulsion and emulsifier manufacturing, and the provision of specialist road maintenance services on the national, regional and local road network.
* Colas operates from 14 locations across Ireland.
The Opportunity
* Quality control testing on site for emulsion and cold mix labs as well as spraying equipment.
* Preparation of safety files for minor civil projects (pavement schemes, drainage works, safety barrier works etc).
* Arranging calibration schedule for 2026 and working on IT systems to improve efficiency for calibration.
* Designing CAD drawings for upgrade of calibration bay.
Why should you apply?
* Colas is celebrating 100 years of existence this year; join world leaders in the science of roads.
* Colas is fully committed to promoting equality, diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness and respect for all employees.
* With innovation at their core, Colas delivers sustainable solutions for the UK’s transport infrastructure.
Who can apply?
* Studying Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management and seeking a placement as part of your degree.
* Located in Ireland.
* Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Problem‑solving skills.
* Verbal and written communication skills.
* Time management and multitasking skills.
* Experience with CAD/BIM.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Industry
* Construction, Civil Engineering, and Engineering Services
Location: Galway, County Galway, Ireland
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