Graduate schemes with WSP

With us, you can.

Step into your future with WSP, where you can do more than build a career – We are impact makers and humanity is at the heart of everything we do. We care about the needs of individuals, communities and environments, believing that all have a right to thrive.

Our graduate programme invites you to join a dynamic network of talented professionals, all driven by a shared vision for a more sustainable, resilient, and connected tomorrow.

At WSP, you’ll find a place where your ideas are valued, and your individual path is supported. We empower you to contribute meaningfully, to shape a career as unique as you are.

Current recruitment status

Applications are now open for our 2027 Graduate Programme. Explore our sector pages below to discover our current opportunities and apply for the roles that align with your skills and interests.

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Discover where you could make your impact

Property and Buildings

Design the spaces where people live, work and thrive. Opportunities span Building Services, Structures, Architecture, Fire Engineering, Façade Engineering, Building Security, Digital Services and Industry-focused engineering disciplines.

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Transport and Infrastructure

Help deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities connected. Join teams across Roads, Bridges, Rail, Aviation, Maritime, Intelligent Infrastructure, Project Management and Digital Engineering.

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Local Government

The built environment is more than a collection of buildings and infrastructure. It is the connections between people, communities and places that create thriving, liveable environments. Opportunities available include Local Government contracts and Liveable Places.

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Transport and Mobility

Our Transport and Mobility teams help shape the future of how people move. Through transport planning, future mobility and strategic modelling, we develop innovative, sustainable and data-driven solutions that keep communities connected.

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Planning and Consents

Help shape the places and infrastructure of tomorrow. Our Planning and Consents teams provide expert guidance across Development Planning and Infrastructure Planning, Engagement, Planning Consultancy, Land and Environmental Management services, helping clients navigate complex projects from concept to delivery.

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Earth, Environment and Mining

Be part of the solutions shaping a more sustainable future. Our Earth and Environment disciplines include Geotechnical Engineering, Ground & Water, and Environmental Services. Our Mining opportunities include mine engineering, mine water and mine waste.

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Water

Support the future of water. Work across Water Engineering, Asset Management, and Major Infrastructure Projects to deliver resilient, sustainable solutions for communities nationwide.

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Energy

Help power the transition to a more sustainable future. Join our Energy teams working across Power Generation, Energy Transition, Nuclear, and Transmission & Distribution, delivering innovative projects that support communities and critical infrastructure.

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Advisory

Provide the insight and expertise that drives smarter decisions. Opportunities span Planning, Development, Advisory, Economics, Sustainability, Digital & Data, Infrastructure Investment.

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Our Early Career Programme

Launch your career with WSP

Our graduate apprentice programs provide on-the-job business and personal development opportunities that help develop the skills, knowledge and experience needed to thrive in your career at every stage.

Build a career that makes a difference

Our Graduate Development Programme gives you the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with industry experts and make an impact from day one. We're committed to helping you reach your potential, with dedicated mentoring, structured development and support towards professional accreditation, you will gain the skills, confidence, and experience to shape your future while helping create a better one for others.

Professional registration

Graduates working towards Chartered status will be financially supported and provided with a professional registration mentor. Your mentor will support you through your chosen development path, providing advice and guidance on the professional registration process.

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Your Application Journey

The steps below outline the application process, including timelines for recruitment.

Application Review

Our recruitment team complete a first stage screening review of your application, and eligibility criteria.

Online Assessment

Successful applicants are invited to complete our online assessment. This takes around 40 minutes and consists of a Cognitive assessment, Personality test and Situational judgement test (SJT).

Preparing for the online assessment

Interview Stage

Following the online assessment, a full application review takes place, and final shortlisted candidates are invited to either:

An Interview Day or
Interview with 2 team members.

Final Outcome

Once your interview day or interview has taken place, our recruitment team will contact you within two weeks to confirm the final outcome. If you are offered a role, a contract will be issued for the intake you will be joining.