2025 Summer Placement - Geo-Environmental Scientists - Naas (IE)

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic graduates to join their dynamic environmental team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse geo-environmental projects, where you will apply your academic knowledge in real-world settings. You will collaborate with experienced professionals, participate in a comprehensive Graduate Development Programme, and receive mentorship to support your career growth. If you are passionate about sustainable engineering and eager to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Growth Network

Technical Mentorship

Scholarship Opportunities

Networking Events

Qualifications

• Studying towards a 2:2 in a geo-environmental discipline.
• Passion for sustainable engineering and creativity in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Work on geo-environmental projects including desktop studies and data analysis.
• Create conceptual site models and participate in environmental assessments.

Skills

Environmental Chemistry

GIS

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Earth Sciences

Environmental Science

Engineering Geology

Job description

Job Description

A little bit more about your role and the team …

You will be joining a large environmental team in Naas, including environmental scientists, contaminated land professionals, ecologists, geologists, and geotechnical engineers. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills to a diverse range of clients and projects. You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team, providing a challenging and fulfilling working experience.

PROJECTS

You will be involved in working as part of large project teams on geo-environmental projects. This work will include desktop studies, environmental chemistry data analysis, and creating conceptual site models. Opportunities to get involved with environmental assessment projects are also available, including baseline studies, GIS, and water monitoring.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Environmental Scientist – Naas, Ireland

Degrees considered: Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Engineering Geology.

To find out more about sectors and specialisms we recruit our students into, click on the following link: What if you could develop your future the way you imagine it? | WSP

GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Upon successful completion of your placement, you may be offered a WSP scholarship, where you will be paid a bursary by us for the remaining years you have left at university. With the scholarship, you will return for future placements until you have completed your studies and then join us as part of the Graduate Development Programme after graduation.

We have established relationships with professional institutions including but not limited to ICE, IStructE, IET, CIBSE, CIHT, CILT, IMechE, IChemE, CIWEM, RICS, RTPI, SocEnv & APM. You will have the opportunity to select a technical mentor to help you on your journey, and to be rewarded for your efforts (when you reach certain professional milestones, you’ll even get a bonus as a thank you and recognition for your hard work).

Our 2-year Graduate Programme is designed to support personal career development through a blended learning experience, including core business skills, career-focused training, networking, professional registration mentoring, and on-the-job experience. The programme includes:

• 2-day in-person induction
• In-person training days
• Technical role-specific training
• Curated online content
• On-the-job experience
• Additional resources and activities

We also have a unique Professional Growth Network (PGN), a networking group run by early career professionals for early career professionals, to grow your network and support your path to chartered status or other professional accreditations.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Studying and working towards at least a 2:2 in a geo-environmental discipline.
• Studying a relevant degree from the listed backgrounds.
• A passion for sustainable engineering or environmental work, with creativity to solve problems.
• A drive to make a positive impact on the world.
• Willingness to share new ideas and inspire others.
• Ability to apply your studies practically from day one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.

Please note that behavioral assessment results at WSP are valid for 12 months. If you have completed an assessment within this period and been unsuccessful, we cannot consider your application.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised deadline.