Overview
Opportunity for a Graduate Transport Planner to join our growing, multidisciplinary team in Bedford, MK44 3RZ, in September 2026.
Transport planning helps develop the future shape of our towns and cities, considering how transport will link people with places. This includes encouraging sustainable modes of transport wherever possible to replace journeys by car. Working through the planning process and beyond, we communicate complex issues to the public, developers and politicians to help sustainable development happen.
Responsibilities
Your day-to-day as a Graduate Transport Planner with us will include (with the guidance and support of colleagues):
* Preparing technical reports such as Access Appraisals, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Walking, Cycling, Horse-Riding Assessment and Reviews.
* Carrying out junction capacity modelling and CAD design work.
* Liaising with stakeholders, external project team members and clients.
* Representing the company at meetings, public consultations and exhibitions.
* Undertaking site visits and surveys.
* Working collaboratively within your team and others on multidisciplinary projects.
Qualifications and attributes
* Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant subject (including and not limited to Geography, Civil Engineering, Transport Planning) and predicted to achieve a 2:1 grade or above.
* Demonstrate and articulate your talent and motivation to become a transport planner working in development planning.
* Ability to research and to write high quality reports (typically demonstrated through your studies or work experience).
* Engaged by and believe in our values (see values graphic on our Careers page).
* Full UK driving licence.
* The Right to Work in the UK indefinitely (we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future).
About Rappor
Our philosophy is simple: we invest in our people and build partnerships with our stakeholders, resulting in a dynamic and successful business that benefits everyone. As a multidisciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy, our outputs contribute to the built environment we all occupy. Our four values include ‘living our best life’ and ‘celebrating our team’, and we provide loads of opportunities to do just that. We currently number 70-something people, based out of four principal offices, and celebrated our 11-year anniversary this year.
Rewarding you
* A competitive starting salary.
* Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days, plus your birthday, plus the period between Christmas and New Year, and an additional day for every three years’ service up to an additional five days.
* 4% contribution towards your company pension.
* Life assurance.
* Access to the Company’s wellbeing package, including a Cycle2work scheme, paid charity days, Employee Assistance Program (providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health or life matters) and social events throughout the year.
Being inclusive
We believe in equity throughout our business and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We know that diverse teams are strong teams and strive to be a great home for all our people. Let us know what you need to be your best self with Rappor.
What Next
We will acknowledge your application immediately and will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis. Applications will close no later than 31 October 2025. Our selection process will include written questions as a qualifier for in-person assessment in our Bedford office in November 2025. The start date for the position will be in September 2026.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Civil Engineering
#J-18808-Ljbffr