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Summer Intern - Soil Specialist

Arcadis
BristolCardiffManchester

Expected closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Gain hands-on experience in soil science on real projects over a 10-12 week internship.
  • Assist with soil surveys, data analysis, impact assessments, and habitat strategies.
  • Must be working towards a relevant environmental degree with a soil science component and hold a UK driving licence.

About the Role

Our paid Intern programme is designed to give you a hands-on insight into the work we do as a company and help to develop skills and knowledge within your chosen field. Supported by signposted training, the programme is based on Arcadis’ core values, giving you both technical training and support to help you develop both personally and professionally whilst with us. You will be exposed to real projects and clients and given a range of experiences to immerse yourself into over the course of your 10–12-week internship.

As a specialist and science graduate joining GROW you will specialise from day one in your chosen discipline. Working in teams of consultants you’ll be responsible for your own deliverables, liaising with clients, and given every opportunity to build your skillsets and technical expertise. You’ll work on a range of environmental and planning projects which may include major infrastructure, urban regeneration and community focussed projects that will expose you to a variety of challenges and technical specialists.

Role Accountabilities

Soil Science

Our Soils team has more than 30 years of experience undertaking soil, peat and Agricultural Land Classification surveys across a wide range of landscape types and protected areas. You will assist in undertaking surveys, processing and analysing data, assessing impacts associated with land use change, writing soil handling strategies and developing habitat creation, restoration and translocation approaches.

Qualifications & Experience

  • You will be working towards a degree in a relevant subject.
  • You will demonstrate typical Arcadian skills including Resilience, Creativity, Analytical Thinking and being a Team Player.
  • You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to use your technical knowledge to influence and consult stakeholders.
  • Hold a full driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK.
  • You must be willing and able to travel frequently and stay away from home as required. A significant portion of your time will involve site work, which may require extended periods away from your home office.