Overview
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Job Description: At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. We are seeking graduates for our Civil teams who are adaptable and eager to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory consultancy. You will enjoy a collaborative work environment, applying your skills to a variety of clients and projects.
A Little bit more about your role and the team… Working as a Graduate in the Civil team will mean working on exciting and innovative projects across our specialist services. You can apply to work in one of our engineering teams which include bridges, airport planning and advisory, airfield engineering, maritime engineering, asset management and pavements. Each team offers hands-on experience, early responsibility, and cross-disciplinary collaboration on both small and large-scale projects, supporting professional growth. Graduates will benefit from a robust pipeline of work and strong mentorship from experienced engineers.
Projects
Our teams work on notable projects in the UK, and you will be helping deliver projects such as:
* Bridges: A9 Dualling Specimen Design, A83 Rest and Be Thankful, M8 Woodside Viaducts, A5 Western Transport Corridor, Southern Link Road (CSLR), Tyne Bridge refurbishment, Thelwall Viaduct, HS2 Old Oak Common and Euston Stations, Old Street Underground Station redevelopment, Network Rail Civil Assessment Framework, Brent Cross TfL Structures Project
* Maritime Engineering: Barking Waste Transfer Station, Future Port Talbot, UK Ports Inspection and Rehabilitation
* Pavement Engineering: Bristol Port, National Highways, DIO MOD HS2 Old Oak Common Lane, aircraft arrestor system in Iceland, airfield in Guinea, offshore wind assembly port for 2500T cranes, National Highways SDF projects, local authority projects
* Airfield Engineering: Stansted Terminal expansion, Gatwick Pier 6 extension, Heathrow control point, runway extensions and airside upgrades in Iceland
* Airport Planning & Advisory: Leeds Bradford Airport Strategic Study, Copenhagen Airport Master Plan, Almaty Airport Technical Advisory, Dubai World Central Airport Phase II, Airport Master Plans and Competitions in Saudi Arabia
Our Civil teams
Bridge Engineering, Aviation – Airport Planning & Advisory, Aviation – Airfield Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Pavement Engineering. Day-to-day activities and responsibilities vary by team and include inspections, design, assessment, asset management, report writing, and project management. Roles offer early responsibility and opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development through blended learning, core business and professional skills training, mentoring for professional registration, networking opportunities and on-the-job experience. You will be supported to pursue chartered status with professional bodies such as the ICE and IStructE. Details are available in the Graduate brochure and Graduate website.
What Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
You’ll have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject. You should be motivated to start work in April or September 2026 and possess a passion for engineering, the built environment, infrastructure, and problem solving. Applicants are invited to apply even if they do not meet every criterion, as relevance of experience will be considered.
* Candidates must complete the application form in full and answer all questions. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory, followed by an online skill enabler assessment.
* Other requirements include the start date (April or September 2026) and a demonstrated enthusiasm for engineering.
Application & Selection
For information regarding the application and selection process, timelines, and the Early Careers brochure, please visit the Graduate brochure or Graduate Website. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms with a global team dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting impacts in communities through innovation, integrity and inclusion. We offer hybrid working, flexible arrangements and a focus on development and wellbeing.
What’s in it for you
Work-life balance, inclusivity and belonging, health and wellbeing, flexible working, and development opportunities. Our Thrive programme supports health and wellbeing, and we offer benefits such as Gymflex, menopause support, and flexible benefits. We also offer a structured development path and support for chartership.
#WeAreWSP – We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of background, and we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria if workplace adjustments are required.
Further information at the Early Careers brochure and website.
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