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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Kick-start your career with an 8-week Summer Internship from June 2025! 

At Jacobs we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow. We turn great ideas into reality, and we’re looking for the most curious minds and passionate individuals to join us on this adventure! 

The biggest questions spark our curious minds.  At Jacobs, we solve the most important problems, the ones for the real world. Whether it’s projects focused on addressing the climate emergency, improving our security, or benefiting our communities by improving transportation links and infrastructure, these are just some of the ways we are working to build a better future for all.    

Apply today to come and join us! 

About the Internship opportunity

We’re excited to be offering Water Engineering Summer Internships.

Our Jacobs’ Water Business comprises over 450 people throughout the UK and Ireland, supplemented by over 5,000 water colleagues around the world. Our clients include water companies, regulators, industry research bodies and the wider industry. Our aim is to bring fresh, sustainable drinking water to everyone.  

The Water Industry is facing its greatest challenges since privatisation to deliver enhanced customer and environmental outcomes and wider socio-economic benefits.  As leaders in the sector, we work with clients & partners to help shape the future of asset management, investment planning & delivery. We provide end-to-end technical and asset planning support to help deliver best customer, societal and environmental benefit while managing risk & affordability.  We deliver projects across the entire water cycle balancing social, economic and environmental priorities.   

What will you get? 

As a member of the Jacobs intern community, weekly presentations on key learning topics will be on offer and you’ll be invited to attend regular office events and competitions!  A mentor will support your learning and facilitate opportunities to network across Jacobs, allowing you to gain as much out of the experience as possible.    

We are proud of our inclusive and diverse culture and work environment, embracing the variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees through our Jacobs Employee Networks  

At Jacobs, your safety, health, and wellbeing are our top priorities, emphasised through our culture of caring and positive mental health champion network.  

Here's what you'll need

  • On track to complete a degree in Civil Engineering or Civil & Structural Engineering.
  • A flexible and innovative self-starter who’s passionate about developing new skills.
  • Enthusiasm and curiosity to apply your skills to solve real-world problems.
  • Empathy and listening skills to help you truly understand our clients’ requirements.
  • A well-rounded individual – have you worked in a bar? Been captain of a sports team or volunteered for a charity? Tell us - we’re looking for people with interesting stories and experiences! 
  • You must be available to join the 8-week programme starting 30th June 2025 – 22nd August 2025. 
  • You must have the right to work in the UK.  
  • You need to be a penultimate year student, finishing your degree in 2026.