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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
What will you get?
Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two‑year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through a combination of blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself as knowledgeable and competent across four key focus areas – human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions.
The Graduate Development Programme allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals and technical skillset – creating a graduate experience that is unique to you.
The GDP is an experience programme, meaning that a large portion of what you’ll learn will be on‑the‑job. You’ll work with your manager and mentor to collect the learning experiences that will be most meaningful for you.
The programme is more than just a steppingstone. It’s a launchpad for your career, offering you the tools, experiences and support you need. Join us and unlock your potential as you work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders to deliver outcomes and solutions for complex challenges.
About the opportunity
Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on world‑class projects as part of our Tunnelling and Ground Engineering business.
Jacobs is one of the world’s largest and most diverse providers of technical and management services, offering a full spectrum of consultancy support to commercial, government and industrial clients. As part of that support, Jacobs has developed one of the leading and longest‑standing tunnel and ground engineering consultancy capabilities in the UK and Ireland, with around 400 staff delivering practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to ground‑related problems.
We seek graduates from a range of geoscience and engineering disciplines including, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Seismic Hazard and Earthquake Engineering, Geomorphology and Geohazard Risk Assessment, Geophysics, Structural Geology and Hydrogeology, to contribute to our diverse and exciting projects. For example, as a structural geologist you might use geological and geophysical data to characterise subsurface sites for nuclear waste and CO2 storage, whereas in your role as an engineering geologist you could help define the ground conditions for on‑some of the world’s largest infrastructure projects.
We are looking for a graduate to join our team based in Glasgow who has the passion and drive to add value and shape positive solutions for major projects across the world.
Key responsibilities
* Work on world‑class projects within the Tunnelling and Ground Engineering team.
* Provide technical support and advice to the wider Jacobs business and clients.
* Analyse geological and geophysical data to characterise subsurface conditions for infrastructure projects.
* Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to develop sustainable engineering solutions.
* Participate in learning and development activities as part of the Graduate Development Programme.
What you'll need
* Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a similar discipline.
* A flexible, self‑starter mindset with a keen desire to drive your career forward.
* Adaptability to change and a thirst for learning new things.
* You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Selection Process
* Step 1: Apply Online
* Step 2: Solo Video Assessment
* Step 3: Interview
What else we provide
* A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments differently.
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
* A focus on safety, health and well‑being, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and a positive mental health champion network.
* Opportunities to give back to our communities through our Collectively programme, incorporating matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Application deadline
Apply before 19 October 2025 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications; however, if the role is filled in the first assessment window we may not proceed with your application.
Location
Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
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