Why Our Graduate Programme is the Right Choice for You

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Kick-start your career with our award-winning Graduate Programme.

Spanning engineering, architecture, planning, science, project management, surveying, and sustainability, our programme offers a two-year journey focused on professional development workshops, professional registration, mentoring, and on-the-job training.

Our programme is designed to equip you with essential skills for a smooth transition from university to your first professional role.

Our two-year Graduate Programme offers a strong start for a rewarding career. Graduates can tailor their development to suit their areas of interest, challenge and aspirations.

Professional development workshops

Participate in graduate workshops spanning Technical, Human-centred, Professional and Commercial skills.

On-the-job training

Learn from experts throughout our business.

Mentoring and support

When available, you’ll be assigned a mentor to guide and inspire you to achieve your goals.

Work towards professional accreditation

Tailor your learning to meet your Professional Registration goals.

Graduate community

Graduate Getaways

Join the rest of the graduate community in a weekend getaway.

Graduate newsletters

Receive quarterly newsletters with updates on upcoming initiatives, events, and learning updates.

Webinars

Attend webinars arranged by the Graduate Community on subject areas of interest to you.

E-cafe

Each month randomly assigned groups of 3-4 graduates meet virtually to talk about anything from projects to interests outside of work.

Virtual and in-person events

Connect with fellow graduates at social and sporting events, including our annual Ignite event, which introduces new graduates to key business networks and features fun team building activities.

Graduate community

Develop your leadership skills by joining our Graduate Committee where you’ll lead key learning and social initiatives, and contribute to a positive graduate experience.

What our graduates are saying about life at WSP

Hear what our graduates like the most about their team, their role and the best part of their working day.

Favourite thing about your team

Role in three words

Best part of the work day

Q&A with Toni Lee: Life After WSP's Graduate Programme.

Toni Lee, a Transportation Design Engineer, began her career as a Graduate Engineer in WSP’s Whangarei office in 2021, before transferring to Auckland to continue her journey with WSP. Toni shares her experiences in the Graduate Programme, highlighting her favourite aspects and offering advice for prospective graduates. She also discusses the transition from a regional office to Auckland and the diverse career opportunities available within WSP, both locally and globally.