Key Takeaways
- Join WSP's Graduate Programme in Civil Engineering, focusing on Transport & Infrastructure.
- Opportunities available in Bridges, Pavements, Aviation, Maritime, Asset Management, and Rail Civil Infrastructure across various UK locations.
- Requires a 2:2 bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field, with a start date in September 2027.
- The two-year programme offers structured learning, mentoring, and hands-on project experience.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended.
About the Role
Join WSP's Civil teams in 2027 and contribute to landmark infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work in a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, helping to design, deliver and manage the infrastructure that connects communities and supports economic growth.
Opportunities are available in:
- Bridges – Basingstoke, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Exeter, Guildford, Leeds, Truro
- Pavements – London, Birmingham, Derby
- Aviation, Airfield Engineering - London
- Aviation, Airport Planning & Advisory - London
- Maritime - London, Basingstoke, Newcastle
- Asset Management – Birmingham, London
- Rail Civil Infrastructure – Glasgow, London, Manchester
Your Role and Team
As a Graduate in one of our Civil teams, you will contribute to exciting and innovative projects across specialist areas including Bridges, Maritime, Aviation, Rail Civil Infrastructure, Pavements and Asset Management. You will work on a variety of projects, from assessing and strengthening existing infrastructure to designing the next generation of transport, aviation and coastal assets.
You will be part of multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with experienced engineers and specialists on real-world challenges. You will gain hands-on experience through design work, technical analysis, site visits and stakeholder engagement, while taking on increasing responsibility as your skills develop.
Your work will help enhance rail networks, deliver sustainable port infrastructure, improve airport operations, develop innovative pavement solutions, and support the long-term management of critical assets, making a lasting impact.
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. (Note: Master's degrees are only accepted for Bridges opportunities. Please check the degree backgrounds considered for our graduate roles via our Graduate Website).
- You will be looking to start work in September 2027.
- You will have an interest in Civil and Structural Engineering, Pavement Engineering, Airfield Engineering, Aviation Management or Airport Planning.
- You will be curious, collaborative and motivated to solve problems that shape the built environment.
- You will enjoy working with others, sharing ideas and learning from different specialists across project teams.
- You will take ownership of your work and development while creating value for our clients.
- You will be eager to learn, develop new skills and broaden your experience.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our roles, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.
Our 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 (SJT). 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.