Key Takeaways
- Join WSP's Mining teams in 2027 on a two-year Graduate Development Programme.
- Opportunities in Mine Waste, Mine Engineering, Mine Infrastructure, and Mine Water across London and Leeds.
- Requires a 2:2 or above in a relevant bachelor's or master's degree.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, apply early.
About the Role
We are looking for graduates to join our Mining teams in 2027. This is an opportunity to work in a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, supporting projects that help clients plan, design, operate and close mining developments responsibly, while managing technical, environmental and sustainability challenges across the mining life cycle.
Opportunities are available in:
- Mine Waste: London
- Mine Engineering and Stability: London
- Mine Infrastructure: Leeds and London
- Mine Water (Surface Water, Groundwater or Geochemistry): London
Your Role and Team
At WSP, our Mining teams support clients across the full mining life cycle, from early-stage studies and design through to operations, closure and long-term stewardship. As a graduate, you could contribute to international projects that combine science, engineering and environmental thinking to help mining projects operate more safely, responsibly and sustainably.
Our Mine Water and Mine Waste specialists help clients manage complex environmental and engineering challenges. In Mine Water, this could include work around surface water, groundwater, water quality, hydrology, hydrogeology and geochemistry. In Mine Waste, you could support projects involving tailings, waste rock and other facilities, helping inform safe design, risk management, closure planning and protection of people and the environment.
You may also work with our Mine Engineering teams, helping to develop practical, technically robust solutions for mine infrastructure, engineering design and ground stability. The work is collaborative and varied, bringing together specialists from across the UK, Ireland and our wider global network.
It is a great opportunity for graduates who want to build technical skills while contributing to projects that can make a lasting difference around the world.
What We’re Looking For
- You will have or be on track to achieve at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree.
- You will be looking to start work in April or September 2027.
- You will have an interest in Mine Waste, Mine Water or Mine Engineering, and be keen to develop your understanding of design, geotechnical structures, monitoring tools and technical data.
- You will be comfortable sharing ideas, asking questions and working with others across project teams.
- You will be curious, adaptable and motivated to help solve complex challenges linked to responsible mining, environmental protection and sustainable resource development.
- You will be organised, proactive and ready to take ownership of your work and development.
- You will be keen to learn, broaden your skillset and build confidence using digital tools, including Microsoft packages.
Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development Programme is designed to help you build the skills, experience and professional network needed to thrive at the start of your career with us. Through a blend of structured learning, mentoring and hands-on project experience, you will be supported every step of the way.
Application Process
Candidates must complete the application form in full, including all specific questions. If successful at this stage, you will be invited to complete an online assessment, containing a cognitive assessment, personality questionnaire and Situational Judgement Test. All stages are essential parts of our early careers recruitment process.
We review applications on a rolling basis and may progress candidates before the closing date, so we recommend applying as early as possible.