12-Month Work Placement - Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineer intern in London. This 12-month placement offers hands-on experience in sustainable engineering and consultancy solutions. You will work alongside experts on impactful projects, enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. This role emphasizes collaboration and innovation, allowing you to contribute to significant challenges in urbanization and climate change. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Working towards a relevant degree in engineering or environmental sciences.
• Skills in communication and analytical thinking are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hydrologists on flood mapping and risk assessments.
• Engage in projects addressing climate change and urbanization.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Resilience

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MEng in Civil Engineering

MSc in Environmental Science

Degree in Geography

Degree in Water Resources

Degree in Engineering Hydrology

Job description

12-Month Work Placement - Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineer, London

Client: [Client Name]

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

12af31ef7979

Job Views:

2

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Our Intern & Placement programme offers hands-on experience in our work, helping develop skills and knowledge in your chosen field. Supported by training, the programme aligns with Arcadis core values, providing both technical and personal development. You will work on real projects with clients over a 10-12 week internship or a 12-month placement.

The Flood Risk and Hydrology team supports all parts of Arcadis in addressing urbanisation and climate change pressures. You will work with hydrologists and flood modelling experts on projects such as flood mapping, risk assessments, reservoir flood studies, and water environment EIAs and consenting studies. Projects range from infrastructure to renewable energy schemes for diverse clients.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Accepted Degrees: BEng, MEng, or MSc in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, Water Resources, or Engineering Hydrology
• You are working towards a relevant degree
• You demonstrate skills like resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork
• You have excellent communication skills and can use your technical knowledge to influence stakeholders
• Willing to travel and stay away from home when required (we embrace virtual working where possible)

We believe everyone's contribution matters and are committed to diversity and inclusion, working across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race. We aim to be an employer of choice and provide a supportive environment for all.