2027 Graduate Programme - Transport & Infrastructure – Roads

WSP in the U.S.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 37.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

WSP is seeking graduates to join our Roads team in 2027. You will contribute to projects that help keep people and communities connected through safe, efficient and sustainable transport networks.

Our teams work on a wide range of schemes, from major highways and junction improvements to active travel routes, smart mobility solutions and large-scale infrastructure developments that support future growth. You will be part of multidisciplinary project teams, supported by experienced engineers and

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2:2 in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Interest in road and highway infrastructure and transport networks.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in a multidisciplinary team.

Aufgaben

• Support highway design and produce technical drawings and calculations.
• Analyse traffic and transport data to inform design decisions.
• Attend site visits and engage with clients and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, while building a career as unique as you.

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, while building a career as unique as you.

We are looking for graduates to join our Roads team in 2027. This is an opportunity to work in a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, helping to design, improve and maintain the road networks that connect communities, support economic growth and keep people moving.

Opportunities are available in:

Roads Infrastructure Design: London, Cambridge, Birmingham, Manchester/Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, Exeter/Plymouth

A little bit more about your role and the team…

As a Graduate in our Roads team, you will contribute to projects that help keep people and communities connected through safe, efficient and sustainable transport networks. Our teams work on a wide range of schemes, from major highways and junction improvements to active travel routes, smart mobility solutions and large-scale infrastructure developments that support future growth.

You will be part of multidisciplinary project teams, supported by experienced engineers and specialists, and given exposure to real-world challenges. You could find yourself supporting highway design, producing technical drawings and calculations, using industry-standard software, analysing traffic and transport data, attending site visits, engaging with clients and stakeholders, and helping develop practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.

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To find out more about our teams, degree backgrounds considered and what your day-to-day activities could include, please visit our Graduate Website – Graduate schemes with WSP | WSP

What We’re Looking For

• You will have, or be on track to achieve, at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree such as Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline. Please ensure you have checked degree backgrounds considered for our graduate roles via this link Transport and Infrastructure Graduate Opportunities | WSP
• You will be lo oking to start work in April or September 2027.
• You will have an interest in road and highway infrastructure, transport networks, active travel and improving connectivity for communities.
• You will be curious, collaborative and motivated to solve complex engineering challenges.
• You will be comfortable working with others, sharing ideas and learning from different specialists.
• You will take ownership of your work and development while creating value for clients.
• You will actively seek opportunities to learn, develop new technical skills, and broaden your experience.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our roles, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.

Our Graduate Development Programme

Our two-year Graduate Development Programme is designed to help you build the skills, experience and professional network needed to thrive at the start of your career with us. Through a blend of structured learning, mentoring and hands‑on project experience, you will be supported every step of the way.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.