The BUUK Graduate Programme provides a development framework, leading to a fulfilling and exciting career.
Alongside the best in the industry, our graduates make a significant contribution and a big difference – often working on projects with the potential to transform the utilities infrastructure landscape.
“Everyone around me supports me and encourages me to push myself further.” Ruby, Graduate
We have schemes for Engineering, Finance, Commercial and IT graduates. Our three-year scheme typically involves up to two years on rotation, working within multiple departments and businesses within the group.
Throughout the scheme, graduates are supported by the business and the BUUK people around them. We assign each graduate two mentors throughout the scheme – one is a senior member of staff and the other a previous graduate with direct experience of having completed the BUUK programme themselves.
A final project or placement year then focuses on a full-time role and specialism. The technical development of our graduates is well supported – through on-the-job, practical experiences and placements.
We also support their professional development, combining classroom-led training courses, online training courses and structured networking opportunities with scheme alumni.
Qualification to Chartered Level and above is the goal for all our graduates. BUUK Graduate Engineers attain the professional status of Incorporated Engineer within three years, and Chartered Engineer within five years with a relevant engineering institution accredited by the Engineering Council.
Finance Graduates work towards achieving the Association of Chartered Certified Accounting (ACCA) status or the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) status.
