Overview
We are AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. Our Graduate Development Programme offers training and mentoring to help you grow personally and professionally, with opportunities to explore different career pathways, including consulting and design. You’ll work on real projects, have the support to maintain a healthy work-life balance, and have access to training and development to help you reach your full potential.
Our global team includes 36,000+ employees speaking over 70 languages across six continents, working in sectors such as transportation, infrastructure, environment, water, energy, defence, technology and aerospace.
Where you could work
As a Software Engineering graduate, you’ll enjoy variety, working on large and small projects with opportunities to explore different career pathways.
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 address major global challenges.
* Engineering: We have a strong engineering heritage and deep technical expertise to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.
* Project Management: Experience delivering large, complex projects in highly regulated and safety-critical environments.
* Consulting: Helping clients navigate changes and seize opportunities arising from transformation.
* Digital: Leverage technology to deliver results, measure progress, demonstrate value, and future-proof projects.
Find out more about our ADS&T teams and locations.
Nuclear
Our Nuclear business collaborates across the industry to deliver engineering solutions. You will support today’s energy needs and contribute to a net-zero future. Key UK teams include:
* Power New Build
* Reactor Operations
* Decommissioning
Find out more about our Nuclear teams and locations.
Transportation
We combine traditional engineering with new technologies to make journeys safer, easier, and more reliable while supporting a greener society. Projects span 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.
What You Can Bring
* A passion for working in a consultancy environment
* Championing a culture where everyone belongs
* A desire to collaborate with a curious approach, challenging yourself to find new solutions
* Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek development opportunities
* Motivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable)
* Comfortable embracing agile ways of working and learning new technologies
* Commitment to spend a minimum of three days a 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, mentoring, on-the-job experience, and practical skills development. From day one, you’ll work on real projects and pursue professional accreditation where applicable.
Meeting Your Needs
We reward you and offer a range of benefits, including:
* £2,500 settling-in payment on joining and a further £2,500 when achieving chartered status or equivalent development stage
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with option to buy/add 15 days or sell up to 5 days
* Two paid annual volunteer days
* Rewards and benefits, employee networks, and development opportunities
* Enhanced maternity scheme and family-friendly policies
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing resources
* Opportunities for graduates to participate in skill-building events, social activities, charity challenges, and secondments
Graduate salaries range from £31,000 to £33,500 depending on role and location.
How to Apply
Click "Apply Now" to start your application. You can use our Match Me Tool to explore how your working style aligns with our culture and See our Connectr platform for applying tips and graduate mentoring.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and can make adjustments to support you during recruitment. Please contact us at graduates@atkinsrealis.com for information on support.
Application deadline: Thursday 4 December 2025. Some roles may close earlier, so apply early.
More About Us
AtkinsRéalis designs and delivers major projects worldwide in built and natural environments. We are committed to inclusive culture and digitally enabled engineering that improves how we live and interact with our communities and planet.
Additional Information
This role may require security clearance. Any offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant clearance level. The vetting process is managed by UK Security Vetting (UKSV). Applicants may need to show eligibility to reside in the UK for 5 years or longer. Do not mention or include current or previous security clearances in your application.
Due to government immigration salary thresholds, AtkinsRéalis does not sponsor skilled worker visas for our early careers programme. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme.
For more information, please visit our International Students page.
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