Overview
Graduate Hydrogeologist (Birmingham, Reading, Manchester, London, Glasgow) – Jacobs in the UK.
Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on environments, communities and societies. The GDP is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey, combining blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking. You will establish yourself across four focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and your passions. The programme can be customised to reflect your interests, career goals and technical skillset, creating a graduate experience unique to you. Much of the learning is on-the-job, guided by your manager and mentor, with opportunities to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders.
The start date for this role is September 2026.
About The Opportunity
Our Water and Environment Business Unit focuses on River Engineering and Flood Risk Management solutions, including flood defence structures, weirs, gates, sluices, flood storage reservoirs, natural flood management, habitat creation, hydrometric gauging facilities and fish passes. The Water Catchment Management team (over 400 staff in the UK and Europe, with reach into other regions) delivers sustainable environmental solutions across integrated catchment management projects for clients such as utilities/water companies, local authorities, Network Rail, National Highways, Environment Agency, SEPA, and other major infrastructure providers.
As a Graduate Hydrogeologist you will join a national team of hydrogeologists across the country, working across engineering hydrogeology, water resources and sustainability, land quality and remediation, environmental hydrogeology, permitting and legislation. Your workload will be varied, including projects such as assessing environmental flow targets through sustainable abstraction, designing pumping tests for groundwater control in excavations, groundwater impact assessments for wetlands/peatlands, and more. You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects, with support to develop in areas of your interest.
What you’ll get in return is a launchpad for your career, with tools, experiences and support to deliver outcomes for complex challenges.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
* Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Hydrogeology
* A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
* You must 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 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications; however, we may not proceed if the role is filled in the first window.
What Else We Provide
* A flexible workstyle with hybrid working options to support work/life commitments
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
* Focus on safety, health and wellbeing with a culture of caring and mental health support
* Opportunities to give back through our Collectively programme with matched funding and volunteering
We are committed to inclusion and belonging, with a disability confident employer stance and flexible working options. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.
We value collaboration and recognize that in-person interactions are important for culture and client delivery, while supporting hybrid working arrangements.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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