Overview
Shape a sustainable tomorrow. AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. Join us to help create world-class sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology. We are transforming infrastructure and energy systems, growing partnerships with our clients, and delivering complex projects across the globe. Our global team of 36,000+ employees speaks over 70 languages and represents 130 nationalities across six continents, working across sectors including transportation, infrastructure, environment, water, energy, defence, technology and aerospace. On our Graduate Development Programme, you take the driver’s seat in your career, with training and support to maintain a healthy work-life balance, guided by inspiring managers. We believe in bringing your whole self to work and belonging. Find out more about our global programme Different makes a difference.
Where you could work
As a Project Management graduate, you’ll enjoy variety, working on large and small projects with the opportunity to explore different career pathways, including consulting and design.
You Can Join The Following Business Areas
Aerospace, Defence, Security & Technology (ADS&T)
Our ADS&T team provides trusted advice and expert support to organisations in mission-critical industries. Your work will help keep people safe, protect national interests, and tackle some of the biggest challenges our global community faces.
* Engineering: We have a strong engineering heritage and deep technical expertise to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions
* Project Management: We deliver large, complex projects including in highly regulated and safety-critical environments
* Consulting: We help clients navigate changes and seize transformation opportunities
* Digital: We leverage technology to deliver results, measure progress, demonstrate value for money, and future-proof projects
Find out more about our ADS&T teams and locations.
Infrastructure
Help reimagine places and spaces—from transport hubs to university campuses, industrial facilities, and flood defence schemes. Work includes specialist civils drawings, detailed tasks/design, and client-facing roles on complex civil engineering projects. You’ll use the latest digital technologies while moving toward a carbon-neutral future. Find out more about our Infrastructure teams and locations.
Nuclear
Our Nuclear business works across the industry to deliver engineering solutions that support today’s energy needs and future solutions, advancing our net-zero journey. In joining our Nuclear teams, you’ll be part of three key UK teams:
* Power New Build
* Reactor Operations
* Decommissioning
Find out more about our Nuclear teams and locations.
Project & Programme Services
Join the team delivering project and programme management consultancy worldwide. We build strong relationships by understanding client challenges, sharing their vision and turning bold ideas into reality, delivering their most important projects and programmes. You could work on large prestigious infrastructure projects with clients including TfL, Gatwick Airport and Thames Water, or focus on public building projects from school extensions to historic sites. You’ll own your projects while receiving support to develop your skills and confidence. Find out more about our Project & Programme Services teams and locations.
Transportation
By combining traditional engineering with new technologies, our teams help make journeys safer, easier, and more reliable while supporting a greener, productive society. Our work spans Bridges & Civils, Highways, Rail, Central Rail Systems Alliance, and local transport projects. You’ll work with clients such as Highways England, Network Rail and Transport for London. Find out more about our Transportation teams and locations.
What You Can Bring
* A passion for working in a consultancy environment
* Championing a culture where everyone belongs
* A collaborative mindset with curiosity to find new solutions
* Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset within a supportive team
* Motivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable)
* Comfort with agile ways of working and learning new technologies
* Commitment to spend a minimum of three days per week in the office or on client site (project dependent)
Training and Development
Our graduate development programme provides exposure to many areas of work, with training events, modules, mentoring, and on-the-job experience. From day one, you’ll work on real projects with opportunities to pursue professional accreditation where applicable.
Meeting your needs
* Rewarding that includes: a settling-in payment of £2,500 on join and a further £2,500 on achieving chartered status or equivalent
* 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days
* Two paid annual volunteer days
* Rewards and a range of benefits
* Employee networks for social interaction, peer support and development
* opportunities to join development programmes
* Enhanced maternity and family-friendly policies
* Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing resources
* Opportunities to join graduates in skill-building, social events, charity challenges, and secondments
Our graduate salaries are between £31,000 - £33,500 depending on role and location.
How to apply
Click "Apply Now" to start your application. If you’re unsure about AtkinsRéalis, try our Match Me Tool to see how your working style aligns with our culture. You can also visit our Connectr platform for tips and advice, or message graduate mentors with questions. We are a Disability Confident Employer and can make adjustments during the recruitment process. Contact graduates@atkinsrealis.com for support. Our deadline for applications is Thursday 4th December 2025. Roles may close earlier due to popularity.
More About Us
AtkinsRéalis designs and delivers major projects globally. We believe digitally enabled engineering can improve housing, connectivity, energy, and safety, and strengthen our communities and planet. We are committed to a culture where everyone belongs.
Additional Information
This role may require security clearance; offers depend on obtaining the appropriate level. UKSV vetting may require 5 years of UK residency. Do not mention or include any current or previous security clearance in your application. We do not sponsor skilled worker visas for the early careers programme; applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme.
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