Summer Placement Strategic Asset Management

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Asset strategy Salary (£) : £, Summer Placement Strategic Asset Management

Strategic Asset Management Summer Placement (Engineering Disciplines)

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment, more sustainable initiatives, and more support for the communities we serve. That's why we're on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate Summer Placements like you to help us achieve our goals.

Our people and culture are the heart of our success. We're proud to be in the top % of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly , dedicated colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

If you're excited to learn, and ready to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

Our Asset Strategy Summer Placement offers a unique opportunity to explore how we plan, optimise, and innovate our water and wastewater infrastructure across a regulated FTSE business. You’ll gain insight into how we manage our assets strategically and engineer processes that improve performance, resilience, and sustainability.

The programme comprises working across one of our key teams in Asset Strategy, Process Engineering, or Operational Improvement. This placement is designed to give you a real understanding of how we make data-driven decisions to manage our networks and treatment processes efficiently and sustainably.

• Contribute to the development of long-term asset strategies that support investment planning and operational resilience.
• Analyse performance data to identify opportunities for process optimisation and efficiency improvements.
• Support the design and implementation of engineering solutions that enhance water and wastewater treatment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address real-world challenges and deliver tangible improvements.
• Learn how regulatory, environmental, and customer outcomes shape asset and process decisions.
• Assist in modelling and scenario planning to support future infrastructure needs.
• Gain exposure to innovation projects focused on sustainability, energy efficiency, and net zero goals.

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills and experience to build a successful career in Asset Management, Process Engineering, or Infrastructure Strategy. You’ll strengthen your analytical thinking, engineering insight, and strategic planning capabilities, while gaining exposure to a purpose-driven organisation focused on delivering essential services.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, because we know that diverse minds bring fresh ideas and new ways of thinking—and that’s exactly what helps us grow.

During the
-week or
-week placement you will be based at Severn Trent Centre in Coventry, placing you right at the heart of our operations, you will be working day to day with industry professionals, taking lead on projects and real-life work.

Throughout your time with us, you’ll also benefit from a range of opportunities designed to help you explore your career ambitions, support your development, and ensure you get the most out of your placement :

• Employability Sessions - Take part in three tailored workshops focused on building practical skills and career insights to help you thrive in your future career.
• Networking Lunch - Connect with fellow placement students in a relaxed setting, share experiences, and start building your professional network.
• Alumni Lunch - Meet former interns who have successfully transitioned into full-time roles at Severn Trent. Hear their stories, gain inspiration, and learn from their journeys.
• Senior Leader Panel Event - Attend an exclusive session featuring senior leaders from across the business. Discover their career paths, receive valuable advice, and be inspired by their insights.
• One-to-One Support - Benefit from regular meetings with managers, Mentors and the New Talent Team.

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