Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Job description

Overview Shape Your Future with an Industry Placement. Want to make a real difference for people and the environment? At the Environment Agency, we're looking for passionate individuals to help tackle some of the biggest environmental challenges. Our 12-month industry placements, starting in September, offer hands-on experience while building skills that matter. This is more than a placement — it's an opportunity to learn, grow, and explore career pathways that could lead to your next big step.You'll work with our Regulated Industry teams, supporting UK businesses to reduce environmental impacts and improve process safety. From chemicals and refineries to metals, you'll see how we regulate industry to protect people and the planet.What you'll gain during the placement Experience across Permitting, Local Operations, and Environment & BusinessHands-on work reviewing permit applications and supporting regulatory officersDevelopment of a technical project and understanding of how we balance environmental protection with economic benefitResponsibilities During your placement you will:Gain experience in data management and analysisLearn about environmental regulation and complianceEvaluate environmental impact and carbon reduction opportunitiesSupport incident management and enforcement activitiesParticipate in partnership working and public engagementSupport and development From day one, you'll have a mentor and an office buddy to help you thrive. You'll join a career entrant community and a welcome event packed with learning and networking. You'll also have the chance to engage with the EA's Chemical Engineering group for professional development and peer support.Application process Apply Online — Tell us about your skills, motivations, and why you're excited to joinBehaviour-Based Assessment (BBA) — Complete an interactive assessment; practice options availableShortlisting — We'll review your application and assessment resultsInterview — If shortlisted, you'll be invited to one virtual interviewMore details, including support for neurodiverse candidates and what to expect from the assessment, are in the Candidate Pack attachedExperience and qualifications Experience doesn't have to come from paid work alone. Volunteering, sports teams, or social clubs all count. You should be studying (or have studied) a Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE. Skills that will help you succeed include:Team workingConfidence with dataProblem-solvingEngineering knowledgeHealth and safety awarenessEligibility criteriaUK, Commonwealth, or EEA national with the right to work in the UKEnrolled in an undergraduate degree or integrated master's program, in your penultimate year, or graduated within the last year (from June 2025 onwards)Benefits and support Pension: Around 19% contribution to a career-average scheme invested in ethical, renewable energy businessesLeave: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysFlexibility: Full-time role with hybrid options, flexible hours, and time back for overtimeAdditional information Applications close on 15 February 2026; interviews in March; offers by May. Apply early and make an impact. You may join an information call on 28 January 2026 at 12 PM to learn more.Email eacareerentry@environment-agency.gov.uk for queries.The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra. We welcome flexible working patterns and a guaranteed interview policy for candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and to reflecting the communities we serve.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kendal

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English