Civil Engineer Summer Placement - 2025 - Derby

Civil, Construction, Structural, Project Management.

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

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Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a placement programme that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow placements, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

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What you'll be doing

As a Civil Engineer Summer Placement, you’ll support various civil engineering tasks whilst gaining hands-on experience. You'll be offered the opportunity to explore the field of civil engineering and learn practical skills, engineering concepts such as design techniques and project management skills, and how to work on a team.

Who we're looking for

Our Summer Placements are targeted at university students, offering an 8-12 week programme during the summer break. This placement provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build professional skills early in your academic journey.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll join our Early Careers development programme and receive tailored support from day one. You’ll join a community of likeminded individuals whilst developing essential career and life skills.

Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job - it's a pathway to a promising future.

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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    Summer 2025
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    All grades
  • Duration
    8 - 12 weeks
  • Location
    Derby
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Preferred Disciplines...
  • Civil
  • Construction
  • Construction Management
  • Infrastructure
  • Project Management
  • Structural
Also Accepting...
  • Architecture
  • Building Services
  • Building Surveying
  • Geotechnical
  • Quantity Surveying
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