The search is on for the leaders of tomorrow - WSP is actively recruiting for more than 150 graduates for its 2023-2024 National Graduate Program. We are looking for people with a passion for disciplines across Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Mining & Energy, Advisory, Digital and Communications & Engagement.
What does a day look like for a WSP graduate?
WSP employs a diverse cohort of graduates every year. Our team works on a wide range of projects - from iconic buildings to new sustainable cities to exciting heritage projects. You'll be part of an organisation that is driven by making a meaningful difference to create better communities and a healthier world.
With approximately 5000 talented people in 14 offices across Australia, you'll have the opportunity to build diverse expertise that benefits your career, colleagues and our clients.
We believe that you should feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. Diversity is important in ensuring different points of view in creating solutions for our clients and helping to maintain a respectful and stimulating work environment. Initiatives to build an inclusive and diverse workplace include:
Here's a snapshot of what is waiting for you at WSP:
Learn about what life at WSP is like from one of our current graduates
Sienna Robson is a client development graduate who loves being creative and meeting new people in the office every day. Sienna joined WSP’s Client Development team after studying a Bachelor of Professional Communication and Public Relations at RMIT.
"I wanted to tap into my creative side and find a job that would allow me to utilise my creative flare but also challenge me.”
Learn more about Sienna.
Leonidas Katsanis, a Graduate Acoustic Consultant in our Canberra office who also dabbles in Shakespearean theatre in his spare time.
“Some advice that has resonated most with me is to always put your hand up and challenge yourself to try new things. We should always be learning and refining our skills, and I think the challenge that comes out of that leads to growth and becoming a well-rounded individual.”
Learn more about Leonidas.
Find out where you could be five years from now
Matteo Belgiorno-Nettis is a Senior Civil Engineer and our Future Ready Program Manager. Currently the Design Lead for Temporary Works on the WestConnex Rozelle Interchange, Matteo previously participated in WSP’s Global Exchange Program. Through the program, he travelled to Qatar for one month, where he met many people from all areas of expertise, learnt more about Middle Eastern culture, and went on several site tours.
“Being one of the large engineering design consultancies, I knew working at WSP would allow me to work with some of the best engineers on the largest projects. With so much city-shaping infrastructure taking place, I wanted to be part of that change.”
Learn more about Matteo.
What support do we provide our graduates with?
The WSP Graduate Program is a two-year blended learning experience, offering a holistic approach to development. It includes topics specifically chosen to enhance professional, personal and relationship building skills. This includes developing consulting skills, technical writing, presenting, time management and self-care.
Our graduate induction is designed to equip graduates with the foundations to leverage individual strengths, learn from technical experts and business leaders, and expand their professional networks. Virtual and in-person workshops are held across Australia, with more than 180 graduates participating in 2023!
We offer all of our employees a number of high-quality training and development options, training resources, certification and accreditation programs, and support tools.
We also have an Emerging Professionals Network which aims to provide opportunities to professionally develop and connect our staff with 0-10 years' experience across Australia. The network is open to all positions, locations and employment types.
Don't just take our word for it - we've been recognised as a top graduate employer
WSP has been recognised as one of Australia's Top 100 consulting graduate employers by gradAustralia. The Top 100 recognises both popularity and quality of graduate programs across the country (learn more about their methodology here). We're proud to have been ranked #22 in the Top 100 Graduate Employers and #1 for Top Engineering Consulting graduate employers!
Start your career as a WSP graduate now. Applications close 30 April 2023.
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