Overview

Graduate Hydrogeologist (Birmingham, Reading, Manchester, London, Glasgow) role at Jacobs. Join Jacobs to begin your career with the Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and contribute to environments, communities and societies through impactful projects.

What will you do

• Join a national team of hydrogeologists and work across a range of hydrogeology specialisms including engineering hydrogeology, water resources and sustainability, land quality and remediation, environmental hydrogeology, permitting and legislation.
• Work on diverse projects for clients such as utilities/water companies, local authorities, Network Rail, National Highways, Environment Agency, SEPA and other major infrastructure providers.
• Assist with activities such as assessing sustainable abstraction to meet environmental flow targets, designing and undertaking pumping tests, groundwater control for excavations, groundwater impact appraisals for wetlands/peatlands, and other related hydrogeology tasks.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team and develop in areas you find interesting, with support from managers and mentors.

What you’ll need

• Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Hydrogeology
• A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK

Selection Process

• Step 1 Apply Online
• Step 2 Solo Video Assessment
• Step 3 Interview

The Graduate Development Programme and Start Date

• The GDP is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey, with blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking.
• You will establish yourself across four focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing Jacobs strategy, and your passions.
• The programme is on-the-job focused, with opportunities to tailor your learning journey to your interests and career goals.
• The start date for this role is September 2026.

What Else We Provide

• A flexible workstyle with hybrid working to balance work/life commitments
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• An inclusive and diverse work environment with Jacobs Employee Networks
• A focus on safety, health and wellbeing, including a culture of caring and mental health support
• Opportunities to give back to communities through our Collectively program with matched-funding and volunteering

We value inclusion and belonging and provide support for flexible working and accessibility in recruitment. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Careers Support.