Our placements give you the chance to see what it’s really like to work in one of the UK’s most essential industries. Here are some of the areas you could explore:
Engineering & Technical:
Get hands-on insight into the infrastructure that keeps water moving.
Shadow engineers to see how we design, maintain and repair water networks.
Visit treatment works to understand how clean water and wastewater systems operate.
Take part in team challenges to problem-solve real engineering scenarios.
Digital & Data:
Discover how technology supports a modern water company.
Learn how we use data to predict water demand and reduce leakage.
Explore digital systems that improve customer service and operational efficiency.
Join project workshops to experience coding, analytics or digital design in action.
Meet our digital teams and hear about careers in IT, UX and data science.
Environment & Science:
See how we protect water quality and the environment.
Gain insight into how scientists monitor and test water to keep it safe.
Learn about environmental projects that support biodiversity and sustainability.
Visit teams working on catchment management and protecting rivers and reservoirs.
Discover the science behind climate resilience and achieving net zero.
What you’ll gain:
A better understanding of career opportunities in STEM and beyond.
Skills to help with applications for apprenticeships, university or jobs.
Connections with professionals and mentors in the industry.
