Environmental and Sustainability Summer Placement

Job No.: EC01396

Position:
Environmental and Sustainability Summer Placement – Essex – 2026 (Grays)

Location:

Grays, Essex

We are Balfour Beatty, one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations. Our Early Career Development Programme offers an 8‑week summer placement in Essex that fosters personal development and allows collaboration with fellow placements. This opportunity is ideal for university students looking to gain hands‑on experience and build professional skills early in their academic journey.

As an Environmental & Sustainability Summer Placement, you will help make construction greener. You will support teams to reduce environmental impact and promote eco‑friendly ways of working, learn about sustainability policies and green practices, and drive positive change on site.

• University students (any discipline) applying for an 8‑week summer programme
• Motivated to learn and contribute to sustainability initiatives in the built environment
• Strong communication and team‑working abilities
• Enthusiastic about gaining practical experience in construction, environmental impact assessment, and green technology

Kickstart your career with an Early Careers Development Programme that offers tailored support, a community of like‑minded peers, essential career and life skills development, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a pathway to future opportunities and career progression.

Apply now to join Balfour Beatty and help build a greener future.