12-Month Work Placement - Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design and engineering is offering a 12-month work placement for a Flood Risk & Hydrology Engineer in Birmingham. The role involves working on real projects, gaining hands-on experience, and developing skills in a supportive environment. Candidates should be pursuing a relevant degree and possess excellent communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Working towards a relevant degree.
• Demonstrate skills such as resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects like flood mapping, risk assessments, and reservoir flood studies.
• Collaborate with hydrologists and flood modeling experts.

Skills

Resilience

Creativity

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MEng in Civil Engineering

MSc in Civil Engineering

BEng in Geography

MEng in Geography

MSc in Geography

BEng in Environmental Science

MEng in Environmental Science

MSc in Environmental Science

BEng in Water Resources

MEng in Water Resources

MSc in Water Resources

BEng in Engineering Hydrology

MEng in Engineering Hydrology

MSc in Engineering Hydrology

Job description

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

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e50acb2821ec

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

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

Our Intern & Placement programme offers hands-on experience and skill development within your chosen field. Supported by targeted training, the programme aligns with Arcadis core values, providing both technical and personal development opportunities. You will work on real projects with clients, gaining diverse experiences over a 10-12 week internship or 12-month placement.

Team & Projects:

The Flood Risk and Hydrology team supports all parts of Arcadis in addressing urbanization and climate change challenges. You will work with hydrologists and flood modeling experts on projects such as flood mapping, risk assessments, reservoir flood studies, and water environment EIAs and consents. Projects range from infrastructure to renewable energy schemes for various 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
• Demonstrate skills such as resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork
• Excellent communication skills and ability to use technical knowledge to influence stakeholders
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required (virtual working embraced where possible)

Our Values & Commitment:

We believe everyone's contribution matters. We promote a skills-based career approach, enabling you to leverage your unique experience. Our goal is to help you make a meaningful impact—on your career, colleagues, clients, and the world.

We are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, working across six ED&I workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race. We aim to be an employer of choice and foster a diverse, innovative workforce that enhances quality of life.