Graduate Hydrologist

Graduate Hydrologist (Bristol, Reading, Birmingham, Glasgow)Join to apply for the Graduate Hydrologist role at Jacobs.OverviewJoin Jacobs to start your career on the Graduate Development Programme (GDP). The programme is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development with blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking to build knowledge and competence across four focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions. The GDP is an on-the-job learning experience that helps you grow and develop into areas you find interesting, with opportunities to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders.About The OpportunityOur Water and Environment Business Unit focuses on River Engineering and Flood Risk Management solutions, including flood defence structures, weirs, gates, sluices, flood storage reservoirs, natural flood management, habitat creation, hydrometric gauging facilities and fish passes. The Water Catchment Management team comprises more than 400 staff in the UK and Europe, with reach into the Middle East, Australasia and America. Projects focus on flood risk management for the Environment Agency and other Local Authorities, delivering sustainable environmental solutions through integrated catchment management.As a Graduate Hydrologist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering projects for clients such as the Environment Agency, SEPA, water companies and major infrastructure providers. Your workload will be varied and may include identifying environmental flow targets for water companies, designing river restoration schemes, or using modelling software to map flood risk and protect homes from flooding. You will have exposure to a wide range of projects, with support to grow in areas that interest you.The start date for this role is September 2026.ResponsibilitiesThe role involves contributing to projects within the Water Catchment Management team and supporting delivery for clients in the UK and beyond. Specific tasks will be determined by the project and your development needs, and you will work with your manager and mentor to gain the most meaningful learning experiences.QualificationsBe working towards a Masters level qualification in HydrologyA flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forwardAdaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new thingsYou must have the permanent right to work in the UKSelection ProcessStep 1 Apply OnlineStep 2 Solo Video AssessmentStep 3 InterviewApply before 19 October 2025 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open.What Else We ProvideA flexible workstyle with hybrid workingFree single medical cover and digital GP serviceReimbursement towards relevant professional development and membershipsFocus on safety, health and wellbeing, including mental health supportOpportunities to contribute to communities through the Collectively programme with matched funding, volunteering time and charitable donationsJacobs values safety, inclusion and belonging and supports flexible working and diverse perspectives. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please contact Careers Support.For more information about life at Jacobs and our inclusion initiatives, see our employee networks and accessibility resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr