Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 10-12 week paid placement in Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineering.
- Work on flood mapping, risk assessments, and water environment studies.
- Requires a degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, Water Resources, or Engineering Hydrology.
- Application closing date: 6th November 2026.
About the Role
This is a 10-12 week paid placement within the Flood Risk & Hydrology team at Arcadis, a global design, engineering, and consultancy firm.
What You'll Do
You will work with hydrologists and flood modelling experts on a variety of projects, including:
- Flood mapping
- Flood risk assessments
- Reservoir flood studies
- Water environment EIA and consenting studies
Projects will cover areas such as infrastructure developments and renewable energy schemes for diverse clients.
Qualifications & Experience
- You will be working towards a degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, Water Resources, or Engineering Hydrology.
- Demonstrate Arcadis' core skills: Resilience, Creativity, Analytical Thinking, and Team Player.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders using technical knowledge.
- Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required (virtual working is also embraced).
Benefits
- Hands-on insight into Arcadis' work.
- Develop skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
- Supported by signposted training.
- Exposure to real projects and clients.
- Opportunity to develop both personally and professionally.