Summer Placement Student Civil Engineer

Kier Group; Austhorpe; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and infrastructure services company is seeking a Civil Engineering Student for a Summer Placement in Leeds. This 8-week program offers hands-on experience in project planning and management, collaboration with experienced professionals, and opportunities for personal and professional development. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and be returning to university after the placement.

Benefits

Practical experience

Skill improvement

Networking opportunities

Career insight

Qualifications

• Must be returning to university upon completion of the placement.
• Students undertaking a degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of project activities.
• Collaborate with team members to support project objectives.
• Conduct research and analysis for project decisions.

Skills

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Good communication skills written and verbal

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Full driving licence

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Civil Engineering Student to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team based in Leeds for a Summer Placement. You will be working on our Water/Sewage Treatment Plant project which is a part of Yorkshire Water.

Our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks division provide design, build and maintenance solutions to protect the UK's essential services and assets. Working across the water, nuclear and other decarbonised energy, environmental and waterways sectors, we provide sustainable and safe solutions for our clients and customers whilst protecting and restoring natural habitats.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our placement programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career.

Location

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum
Pathway: 8 Weeks- 40hrs per week
Starting date: July 2026
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Summer Placement Civil Engineer, you'll be working within the Water team assisting in the planning & coordination, design & management of the project and on-site activities. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and develop a strong foundation in quantity surveying.

What will your day-to-day duties include?

• Assisting in the planning, execution, and management of projects relevant to your field of study.
• Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to support project objectives.
• Conducting research and analysis to inform project decisions and strategies.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation related to project activities.
• Participating in team meetings and contribute to problem-solving and decision-making processes.

How does a placement work?

Kier is committed to encouraging talent and providing opportunities for growth and development. When you join, you will be enrolled onto our summer placement scheme. The programme will take 8 weeks to complete and has been designed to immerse yourself in the world of construction, you'll get to see your learnings in real world situations and gain practical experiences to support the rest of your degree.

Benefits for you

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.
• Employment opportunities: increase your chances of securing a further placement, or graduate opportunity, at Kier or elsewhere.

What are we looking for?

We're on the lookout for students undertaking a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, who can join us on an 8-week placement across July - August. You must be returning to university upon completion of your placement.

Requirements

The role of Summer Placement Civil Engineer is great for you if you have:

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Hold a full driving licence

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies.You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

Recruitment timeline

• October 2025: Initial applications
• November 2025: Application reviews
• January 2026 onwards: Interviews