Geoscientist Apprentice - Nottingham (Summer)

AECOM is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Geoscience Apprentice to join the AECOM Site Survey & Investigation Specialist (ASSIST) team in Nottingham.

What You'll Do

As an apprentice, you’ll develop hands-on skills across a wide range of geoscience, geotechnical, and rail-related survey projects that support safe, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure across the UK. You’ll work alongside geologists, geophysicists, surveyors, and engineers, gaining experience from data collection through to interpretation and reporting.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting ground investigations and geoscience surveys, including collecting geological, geophysical, and geotechnical data.
• Assisting in interpreting data to understand ground conditions and identify potential geohazards.
• Learning to use field equipment and digital tools for mapping, modelling, and analysis.
• Helping prepare technical reports, drawings, and documentation for both internal teams and clients.
• Participating in site visits, inspections, and data-gathering activities across various site locations.
• Working collaboratively with survey and engineering disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Contributing to sustainability and safety initiatives throughout project lifecycles.
• Working towards academic and professional development through the Keele University Geoscientist Degree Apprenticeship, leading to recognised professional accreditation.

Qualifications

This role is ideal for school/college leavers (post A-Level) who can demonstrate the following:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English, and a science subject.
• Three A-Levels (or equivalent) at grade B or above, preferably including a science subject such as Geology, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, or Maths (required for Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship).
• A genuine interest in geology, earth sciences, infrastructure, or site survey / investigation work.
• Some experience, work shadowing, or exposure to fieldwork, environmental, or construction settings (preferred).
• An interest in digital tools, mapping software, or data analysis techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• A practical, curious, and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A full UK driving licence (for manual vehicles).

Additional Information

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.
• Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of the dates you are able to work to/from and well as locations you would be interested in.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
• Hybrid work options are available.