GetMyFirstJob | Civil Engineering Summer Placement in London
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Civil Engineering Summer Placement

Location
London
Employer
Transport for London
Provider
GetMyFirstJob Recruitment
Wages
£25294 per annum
Level
Graduate Scheme Apprenticeship
Apply by
Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Opportunity Details

The Civil Engineering Summer Placement at TfL is designed to give participants a sample of the type of work that civil engineers undertake at the organisation. Each participant’s journey is unique, reflecting different careers and ambitions. Placement students will work within one of the Engineering teams, such as Infrastructure Protection Highway Structures, Railway Structures, Geotechnical, Tunnels, or Pumps & Drainage. Introduction sessions can also be arranged to meet engineers from a variety of teams.

Participants will enjoy excellent benefits, including free travel on the TfL network for themselves and a nominee, discounted national rail and Eurostar travel, pro rata annual leave, and access to various retail, health, leisure, and travel offers.

The placement is supported by award-winning teams and includes one-to-one guidance from a mentor (sponsor), placement manager, lead scheme sponsor, and development adviser. The programme structure includes a combination of training, mentoring, and networking, as well as day-to-day management and technical direction from senior staff.

Full Time 37.50 Hours per week Engineering 4 Role available New Vacancy

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Posted
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Apply by
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Interviews
Monday, September 7, 2026
Start date
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
For more information about this vacancy please contact GetMyFirstJob Recruitment on opportunities@getmyfirstjob.co.uk (Ref ID: 275021)
Company website: https://tfl.gov.uk/

Qualifications Required

  • Completion of at least one year of study
  • On track to receive a minimum of a 2:1 ICE-accredited BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or a closely related subject
  • The future academic qualification must meet the requirements for CEng registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers
  • Right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme (this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme)

Training

Participants will receive a combination of training, mentoring, and networking opportunities. They will also have one-to-one guidance from a senior engineer (mentor), a placement manager, a lead scheme sponsor, and a development adviser.

Personal Qualities

TfL seeks candidates who are:

  • Caring – about colleagues, customers, and their work
  • Open – to new ideas and collaboration
  • Adaptable – to diverse needs

Prospects

At the end of the placement, participants may have the opportunity to be considered for a graduate position through a fast-track process. The experience gained will support their ongoing career journey towards becoming a professionally qualified civil engineer.

Other Information

  • Offers are subject to a satisfactory medical, which may include drugs and alcohol screening, eye test, and hearing test
  • TfL is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and is a disability confident employer
  • Assessment centres for graduates and intern roles will take place from December to January, with both in-person and virtual options (role dependent)
  • Reasonable adjustments are available for any stage of the application process
  • The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments to be completed within an allocated time frame.
  • Applicants should pay close attention to emails and deadlines, noting there is one week to complete online assessments and these tests cannot be re-issued once the deadline passes.
  • If qualification certificates are already held, copies should be uploaded to the application. If final exams are due or certificates need to be replaced, these must be provided at a later stage.
  • Contact the recruitment team by phone (0203 005 1680, Monday to Friday 09:00–17:30) or email (EarlyCareersCampaigns@tfl.gov.uk).

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