Job Description
Are you an aspiring acoustics engineer looking to make a difference to the world around you? Do you want the chance to grow, learn, and be supported by industry leaders?
This ever-changing world will be shaped by the buildings put into it; and we know it’s often the newest minds who have the brightest ideas. Standing in a building, knowing you helped craft solutions that made it what it is: how it feels, how it functions, how it looks, how it SOUNDS… That’s the moment great design comes to life.
The Acoustic Group within Hoare Lea is one of the largest acoustic consultancies in the UK with a wealth and breadth of experience in design and research. We are experts in engineering the best acoustic solutions across a variety of projects from schools to museums, music studios to wind farms.
What you’ll be doing
If you are looking to develop your skills and experience in the industry whilst on a yearlong placement, then apply for a placement opportunity with us! Working on live projects, you’ll have a chance to make a real impact.
*Working on live projects from day one - click here to view our exciting projects
*Measuring sound inside and outside buildings using the best tools available.
*Undertaking calculations and analysis using in-house developed programs and commercial software.
*Liaising and attending meetings with clients and project teams.
*Producing clear advice in written documents, sketches, presentations, audio demos, and interactive media.
*Contributing to a culture of creativity and innovation, influencing improvements in acoustic quality.
Start your journey in a career that counts! Our placement years typically last between 9-12 months and can provide an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position with us once you graduate.
What do you need?
Applications are welcomed from students that are currently studying towards a degree or Masters degree, related to Acoustic Engineering.
A genuine interest in developing a career within the sector, with fresh ideas, enthusiasm, confidence, and an entrepreneurial, creative spirit.
Why Hoare Lea?
We are an award-winning engineering consultancy with a creative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. We provide innovative solutions to complex engineering and design challenges for buildings.
At Hoare Lea, we ensure you receive the best placement experience in the industry, to set you up for a bright future. We also know that it’s not until you experience working in a certain specialism or field that you know whether it’s for you. So, we make sure all our apprentices get experience working on different projects, that way you can discover what suits you.
Joining our firm is the chance to play your part in the future of engineering design. Our projects span scales, styles, and geographies. We’re committed to sustainable design, innovation, and collaboration with forward-thinking clients. Straight away you’ll experience working on live projects.
How to apply?

Visit our careers page here to apply for our Placement programmes. You will be asked to upload your CV. Please only apply for one location for your discipline.
Recruitment Timeline
*Applications close - March 2026
*Telephone Interview - March/April 2026
*Interview - April 2026
*Start Date - Summer/September 2026
Diversity, equity and inclusion
We are committed to being a place where underrepresented individuals and communities are not just included, but where marginalised knowledge and experience is valued, amplified, and harnessed. So, we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, people of the Global Majority, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, neurodivergent people, and those from all other underrepresented or marginalised groups. To learn more about our approach to diversity, equity and inclusion, see our DEI strategy.
Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.
Flexible working
We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.