RPS – Abingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom
Graduate EIA Consultant (2026)
Join our two-year Graduate Scheme and kickstart your career with hands‑on experience, expert mentorship and a tailored development plan. You’ll work on a variety of real‑world projects, develop both technical and professional skills, and be encouraged to share your ideas and shape your future.
The Role
We’re seeking talented graduates to join our Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Sustainability team in Abingdon, London or Cardiff. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues and contribute to delivery of some of the most exciting projects in the UK and internationally, including offshore and onshore wind farms, solar and battery storage projects, airports and data centres. We provide you with opportunities to work on some of the largest infrastructure projects across a range of sectors.
You’ll be joining a collaborative team of EIA and sustainability professionals within a high‑performing consultancy with a reputation for technical excellence.
Your Impact In This Position
As a Graduate Consultant, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of EIA and sustainability, working on projects for clients across a range of sectors, including large‑scale renewable projects. You will work on managing multi‑disciplinary teams, drafting and reviewing EIA deliverables and assisting in delivery of sustainability advice to clients, including working on climate change assessments. You’ll be working within a multi‑disciplinary environment with highly experienced and collaborative colleagues, including leading industry experts in our climate change, planning, landscape, ecology, heritage, health and transport teams.
What To Expect
* Working as a key part of a larger team to support large‑scale multi‑disciplinary projects.
* Working independently to produce high quality data analysis and reporting.
* Attending project meetings with topic teams and internal & external clients.
* Managing client programmes, including complex survey programmes.???
* Reviewing deliverables for quality, in preparation for client or legal review.
* Working with our digital and design teams to further develop our capacity in digital EIA.
Programme Highlights
* Mentorship & support: Learn from experienced professionals and receive guidance from a dedicated technical mentor in your chosen discipline.
* Structured learning: Benefit from a blend of formal training, project‑based learning, and self‑directed study.
* Central induction and ongoing support from your line manager and mentor.
* Quarterly development reviews to track your progress.
* Opportunities to shadow senior colleagues and contribute to diverse projects.
Chartered Management Institute Partnership
As part of the scheme, you’ll have access to the CMI Foundation Chartered Manager pathway through flexible, online Bite‑Size programmes. Choose from a range of topics—including Managing Change, Leading in a Digital Age, Conflict Resolution, Project Management and Data‑Driven Decision Making—to build your leadership and management skills.
Who We Are Looking For
You will need to have excellent writing skills, be able to work collaboratively and have the ability to work with others. A good eye for detail is essential as is strong problem‑solving skills, helping to address client concerns and ‘make complex easy’. We’d like you to have a first degree in a relevant environmental subject and ideally an MSc in a relevant topic such as Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Management, Climate Change or similar.
Application and Selection Process
To apply for the Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme, candidates must submit an up‑to‑date CV detailing their academic background, relevant experience and motivation for joining the programme. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt. Following initial screening, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment designed to evaluate key competencies and problem‑solving skills relevant to consultancy work. Those who progress will be invited to attend a final assessment, which may be an in‑person interview or assessment centre, depending on location and discipline.
The closing date for applications in this round is 7th December 2025. We encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration.
Ready to build your expertise and shape your future?
Apply now and start your journey with Tetra Tech RPS.
Why join Tetra Tech RPS?
At Tetra Tech RPS, our people are our success. We thrive on solving the problems that matter—whether in urbanisation, natural resources or sustainability. With a collaborative culture, agile working and access to some of the brightest minds in the industry, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while building fulfilling careers.
In 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global leader in consulting and engineering with 30,000 employees across 550 offices in 120+ countries. Together, we combine deep local expertise with global reach, delivering science‑led solutions to complex challenges in water, environment, infrastructure and clean energy. Join us and be part of a connected, forward‑thinking community that’s shaping a better future.
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