Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

2026 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

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Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role… As a paid, full‑time, permanent employee, you will join a global community of talented engineers, scientists, and advisors. You will receive full training combined with real, on‑the‑job learning. You will work with dynamic teams on a variety of projects across multiple sectors from day one. You will ask questions, look at problems from a different angle and help find solutions that break concepts.

As an apprentice you will aid shape the communities of tomorrow, embrace change and achieve excellence. You will join an existing team working to develop BIM models for the Structures discipline. A typical week would include producing both 3D and 2D modelling, learning a variety of software packages, and building strong work practices, gaining knowledge of health, safety and wellbeing.

The Apprenticeship You will start your Apprenticeship in September 2026, attending a local college for one day per week, and working towards achieving a Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship and Eng Tech equivalent in England (equivalent to 2 A Levels). You will also have the opportunity to become registered with a relevant professional institution. The apprenticeship supports career growth through blended learning.

It offers business and role‑specific training, networking, mentoring, and practical experience. It includes an induction, training days, online content, on‑the‑job learning, and on‑demand resources. Together with the dedicated Early Careers team, support from your team and assigned buddy, we will work closely with you over the course of your apprenticeship to support and plan a development pathway that suits you.

Typically, the Apprenticeship takes between 2‑3 years to complete (including End Point Assessment in England). We also have a unique Professional Growth Network (PGN), which is a networking group run by early career professionals for ECPs. It helps to grow your network of contacts across the business as well as providing you with opportunities for extra experience and to support you in achieving chartered status or other professional accreditations.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Achieved or predicted 5 GCSE’s Grade C/Level 5 or above (or equivalent) including English, Maths and Science.

How long does the process take?

Apply Online: You don't need to submit a CV; just complete a short online application form. You will receive a confirmation email within 5 days of submission.

Online Skills Enablers Assessment: If you meet the entry requirements and we have an Apprenticeship that matches your preferences, you will receive an online skills enablers assessment from our partner Arctic Shores. To learn more about the assessment please visit Support For Candidates | Arctic Shores.

Interview Day/Interview: After passing the online assessment, if we have suitable apprenticeship, you may be shortlisted for an interview day or interview. Please note that not everyone who passes the online assessment will proceed to the interview stage.

While we aim to keep you informed, we cannot respond to individual status update requests due to high application volume. Please be aware that assessment results at WSP are valid for a period of 12 months. If you have completed an assessment within this timeframe and have been unsuccessful, we will not be able to consider your application.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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