Town Planning Graduate Programme

Build a brilliant career and shape a sustainable tomorrow with AtkinsRéalis. Join a globally connected, welcoming team where you'll be trusted with real responsibility, empowered to contribute to projects that create a more sustainable future, and given the support to develop both professionally and personally.

Our Graduate Development Programme offers:

• Guidance from inspiring, supportive managers.
• Opportunities that spark your interest with training and support for a healthy work-life balance.
• A chance to bring your whole self to work and feel like you belong.
• Work on a diverse range of projects, develop new skills, and gain valuable experience.
• The opportunity to work within the Buildings and Places sector, helping to deliver complex and rewarding projects.

What You Can Bring

• A curious mindset and enthusiasm for solving real-world challenges.
• A desire to champion a culture where everyone belongs.
• A collaborative working style and confidence building positive relationships.
• Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities.
• Motivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable).
• Comfort embracing agile ways of working and learning new technologies.
• A commitment to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office or on client site (project dependent).

How to Apply

• Click "Apply" to start your application on our vacancies platform.
• Use search and filter options to narrow down roles by location, sector, and other preferences.
• Select the role you'd like to apply for and submit your application.
• You can only make one application per recruitment campaign.
• For tips and advice, check out our Early Careers TalentConnector platform.

Additional Information

• Salary: Our graduate salaries are between £32,000 - £34,500 depending on role and location.
• Benefits: Includes a settling-in payment of £2,500, a further £2,500 upon achieving chartered status, 33 days’ annual leave (with options to buy/sell), two paid annual volunteer days, and a range of other rewards and benefits.
• Work Environment: A commitment to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office or on client site is required.
• Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship for the duration of the programme. AtkinsRéalis does not sponsor skilled worker visas for this programme.
• Security Clearance: This role may require security clearance, dependent on obtaining the relevant level. This may require proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or longer.

Closing Date

Our deadline for applications is 3 December 2026. However, as our Graduate Development Programmes are incredibly popular, apply early as some roles may close sooner.