Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Environment Agency; Fordingbridge; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

19% pension contribution

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A leading environmental organization in the UK is offering a 12-month industry placement in Process and Chemical Engineering. Starting in September, the position provides hands-on experience and opportunities to tackle significant environmental challenges. Ideal candidates are studying a relevant engineering degree and possess skills in data analysis, teamwork, and problem-solving. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and flexible working options. Applications close on 15 February 2026.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in the environment and passion for positive change.
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or integrated master’s program in Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Flexibility and determination to support environmental improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze data related to environmental impacts.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Evaluate and minimize carbon emissions.
• Assist in the development of environmental standards.
• Support public engagement and partnership initiatives.

Skills

Team working

Confidence with data

Problem-solving

Engineering knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Education

Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE

Job description

Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 – 32745

Our 12‑month industry placements, starting in September, offer hands‑on experience while building skills that matter. This is more than a placement – it’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and explore career pathways that could lead to your next big step with the Environment Agency.

Shape Your Future with an Industry Placement

Want to make a real difference for people and the environment? At the Environment Agency, we look for passionate individuals to help tackle some of the biggest environmental challenges. You’ll work with our Regulated Industry teams, supporting UK businesses to reduce environmental impacts and improve process safety across industries such as chemicals, refineries, and metals.

Responsibilities (During Your Placement)

• Data management and analysis
• Environmental regulation and compliance
• Evaluating environmental impact
• Carbon reduction and industrial transition
• Developing environmental standards
• Incident management and enforcement
• Partnership working and public engagement

Application Process

• Apply online – Tell us about your skills, motivations, and why you’re excited to join.
• Behaviour‑based assessment (BBA) – An interactive assessment measuring natural behaviours and potential.
• Shortlisting – Your application and assessment results will be reviewed.
• Interview – If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to a virtual interview.

Experience & Skills Required

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in the environment and a passion for creating a better place for people and wildlife. You’ll bring curiosity, flexibility, and determination to make positive change happen.

You should be studying (or have studied) a Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE.

• Team working
• Confidence with data
• Problem‑solving
• Engineering knowledge
• Health and safety awareness

Eligibility Criteria

• UK, Commonwealth, or EEA national with the right to work in the UK.
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree, or an integrated master’s program, and be in their penultimate year of study or have graduated within the last year (from June 2025 onwards).

Benefits & Support

• Pension – Around 19% contribution to a career‑average scheme invested in ethical, renewable‑energy businesses.
• Leave – 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Flexibility – Full‑time role with hybrid options, flexible hours, and time back for overtime.

Important Dates

Applications close on 15 February 2026; interviews in March; offers by May.

Contact

Email [e-mail] for queries.

Artificial Intelligence Guidance

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. The Environment Agency, as a non‑departmental public body, subscribes to the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.