Job Description
As a Graduate Civil Engineer at the Environment Agency, your passion for engineering and the environment can make a real impact. Climate change is reshaping our world, and you can be at the forefront of solutions that protect communities, wildlife, and natural resources. This is your chance to launch a career that combines purpose, innovation, and real‑world impact.
Recently recognised as the highest new entrant onto The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers list, our Graduate Training Scheme is a structured, hands‑on programme spanning 4‑5 years, that gives you the skills, experience, and opportunities to become future leaders within the Environment Agency.
Program Highlights
* Diverse Placements – 6‑12 month rotations across a wide range of teams throughout the organisation, allowing you to work on asset management, strategic planning and site supervision, and gain a truly holistic understanding of flood defence engineering projects.
* Flexible Pathways – Your journey is tailored to your interests and development needs. If you are drawn towards geotechnics, hydraulics or project logistics, we can find the right combination of learning opportunities.
* Learning & Development – Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the programme guides you toward Incorporated (IEng) and Chartered (CEng) status.
What You'll Do
Support flood defence projects across the country, work closely with stakeholders, and contribute to the organisation’s ambition to protect communities, wildlife, and the environment.
Who We're Looking For
We’re looking for proactive, adaptable graduates who are inquisitive and self‑motivated in their professional development. You must be comfortable working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and keen to make the most of the variety of opportunities our different teams can offer.
To join our Engineering Graduate Training Scheme, you’ll need to be a graduate with an accredited BEng or, ideally, an MEng degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent). It’s essential that both your degree and masters are accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers as satisfying the academic requirements of becoming either an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with the ICE.
Core Competences
* Competence 1 – Achieves Results
Give a specific example of a piece of work you delivered, describe how you prioritised your workload and managed any setbacks to meet the final deadline.
* Competence 2 – Works in Teams
Give an example of a time where you built relationships with a new team and describe how you worked effectively together to achieve a challenging common goal.
* Competence 3 – Environmental Awareness
Give an example of an engineering project that considered the impact of the activity on the environment. How were the environmental issues identified and what actions were taken to overcome them?
* Competence 4 – Uses Initiative
Give an example of when you identified an opportunity for improvement and describe the role you played in implementing change.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidates are required to hold or have acquired a full UK driving licence within 6 months of starting the role.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
The Environment Agency are fully committed to inclusivity and reflecting the communities we serve. The Agency offers flexible work arrangements for all vacancies, including job share, and has a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
Application Process
Shortlisting will take place in January 2026 with interviews in February/ March 2026. Successful candidates start in September 2026.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
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