Summer Placement - Structural Engineering
Title: Summer Placement - Structural Engineering
Requisition ID: 8415
Location: Exeter
Working hours per week: 40 Monday – Friday
Start date: June 2026
Shape tomorrow’s world with Amey
About the Team
We have an exciting opportunity for a Summer Placement Student to join our Bridges and Civil Structures Team. Our Structures team work across a range of sectors including transportation, water and energy. Our clients include National Highways, Transport Scotland, Network Rail, Welsh government, Department for Infrastructure, MOW Bahamas, Local authorities and D&B Contractors. We have multiple long‑term contracts and continue to grow and expand into new regions and markets. Recent and ongoing projects include:
* Avonmouth and Severn Bridges SBIM Contract
* Lagan Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge
* Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside
* Scotland Northeast and South West Trunk Road Management
* AA North Trans-Pennine
* National Highways Scheme Delivery Framework
What You'll Be Doing
* Help develop practical, sustainable solutions for bridges and civil structures; from investigation to optioneering, feasibility, concept and detailed design
* Undertake structural analysis, design and assessment calculations
* Assist with bridge inspections, investigations, structural health monitoring, and supervision of works
* Contribute to the development and implementation of world‑class data, analytics and digital technology solutions
Why join Amey?
* Holidays – Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more
* Pension – Generous pension scheme with additional contributions from Amey
* Flexible working – Work‑life balance and flexibility are key. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part‑time and flexible work patterns open for discussion
* Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
* Exclusive Discounts – Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter
* Give Back to community – 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives
* Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
We want to hear from you if you have
* Currently studying a Civil/Structural Engineering Degree
* A full UK driving licence
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
Apply today
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.
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