We are seeking apprentice Civil Engineers who are looking to begin their careers in a world-class leading company with excellent career prospects. Working as part of our multi-disciplinary Water Catchment Management team, you will be providing innovative and sustainable solutions for clients such as Water Companies, the Environment Agency, and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) as well as for less obvious clients like airports.\n\nJacobs is committed to building careers and supporting personal growth through the Global Career Framework, the Chartership Academy Program, the Employee Networks & Communities of Practice, and a culture of collaboration and sustainability. Jacobs provides support to chart your career path, supports your professional accreditation, enables you to develop connections across the globe and work on projects that matter.\n\nThis apprenticeship is the first step in a permanent role with Jacobs. Upon successful completion, you will move into our established career framework, with clear opportunities to continue developing and progressing your career.\n\nApply before 5th January 2026 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, you do so with the knowledge that we may not proceed with your application if the role is filled in the first assessment window.\n\nApprenticeJob2025 EarlyCareersUK ApprenticeshipUK ApprenticeshipOpportunity Our Water and Environment Business Unit provides a focus for advising our clients 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. Our integrated Water Catchment Management team consists of more than 400 staff based in the UK and Europe, but with reach into the Middle East, Australasia and America.\u202FThe Water Catchment Management team has a diverse portfolio of projects with a key focus on flood risk management for the Environment Agency and other Local Authorities. The team works across sectors in integrated catchment management to deliver sustainable environmental solutions.\n\nAs an apprentice, your workload will be varied, and you could be:\n\n* Designing a Sustainable Drainage System for a new development\n\n* Assessing and designing options for managing flood risk and adapting to climate change\n\n* Assessing the safety of infrastructure on rivers\n\n* Designing and supervising the construction and operation of nationally important flood defence assets\n\n* Contributing to the determination of budgets for the next five years of investment in the water industry\n\nOur apprentices are exposed to a wide range of projects, and we will support you to grow and develop into the areas that you find interesting. Whatever you decide to do, our friendly teams will be on hand to help you along the way. * At least 120 UCAS tariff points\n\n* An interest in developing a career in river engineering and water catchment management\n\n* The permanent right to work in the UK\n\n* Able to communicate clearly, and willing to develop your writing and speaking skills\n\n* The ability to adapt and manage your time effectively whilst juggling your work and study priorities\n\n* Enthusiasm and curiosity to apply your skills to solve real-world problems\n\n* Empathy and listening skills to help understand our clientsâ requirements\n\n* Willingness to take ownership of your work and learn from experiences