At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments and mission‑critical outcomes. Let’s turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, ingenuity and vision. Let’s see the impact we can create, together.
What will you get?
The Graduate Development Programme is a structured two‑year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will develop knowledge and competence across four key focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy and your passions.
The programme allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals and technical skill set – 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 most meaningful learning experiences for you.
It’s more than a steppingstone – it’s a launchpad for your career, offering you the tools, experiences and support you need for meaningful projects and collaborations with industry leaders.
About the opportunity
Jacobs is a market leader in the transportation sector, working with major clients such as National Highways, Transport for Scotland, Manchester Airport Group, Heathrow Ltd, HS2 Ltd and the Welsh Government. From global mega‑projects like King Salman International Airport to local initiatives with councils and transport authorities, we offer opportunities to make a real impact worldwide and locally.
You will join our talented, multicultural, diverse, social and high‑performing team focused on Aviation within Transportation. The role will support senior engineers and directors in delivering multi‑disciplinary projects, completing civil engineering design, solving problems, and supporting clients to make the best decisions. Regardless of office location, the Aviation team works collaboratively across all states of the art.
Jacobs’ Aviation community is a global player, with the European Aviation team as one of the Technical Centres of Excellence, supporting colleagues internationally.
* Heathrow Airport
* Manchester Airport
* Gatwick Airport
* Highlands and Islands Airports
* Regional airports across the UK
* Royal Air Force
* Ministry of Defence
* NATO
* United States Air Force
* Other European / Global Clients
The start date for this position is September 2026.
Here’s what you’ll need
* Be working towards a Degree or Masters level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Aviation Engineering
* Be a flexible self‑starter keen to drive your career forward
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
* Have the permanent right to work in the UK
Selection Process
* Step 1: Apply Online
* Step 2: Solo Video Assessment
* Step 3: Interview
Apply before 19 October 2025 to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open, but the role may be filled in earlier windows.
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 wellbeing, 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 program, incorporating matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require reasonable adjustments with regard to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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