Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - WSP Water Team, Newcastle

What will the apprentice be doing?

As a civil engineering degree apprentice in our Water team, you will work on local and national projects with a team of experts. Your tasks could include; supporting discipline leads in summarising project requirements, processing information for existing plant and producing data sheets, data collection and analysis, helping to establish structural requirements to meet the project need and supporting with reports and information for our clients.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will attend Edinburgh Napier to study Civil Engineering degree apprenticeship and gain a BEng. You will also be enrolled onto a bespoke internal development programme to help you to attain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to successfully achieve your apprenticeship, and support your career in Civil Engineering.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As this is a permanent position, after gaining your degree, WSP will continue to be committed to your learning and development throughout your career with us. You will have the opportunity to work towards gaining Chartered status with your chosen institution, as well as the opportunity to pursue your further study and training goals.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5 GCSEs including English, Maths, Science (Grade 5 or above (6 Maths)) Essential
A Level or equivalent 3 A Levels to Include Maths and Science (Grade BBC or above) Desired
BTEC or equivalent Extended Diploma in a related subject (Level 3) (Grade DDM or above) Desired