Balfour Beatty Summer Internships Placements 2025

Website Balfour Beatty

Job Description:

Balfour Beatty, a leading infrastructure group, offers exciting summer internship and placement opportunities for students across the UK. As a Balfour Beatty intern/placement, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience working on real construction projects alongside industry professionals.

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Balfour Beatty offers placements targeted towards specific regions and disciplines. Here are a few examples:

  • Civil Engineer Summer Placements (Midlands): This 8-12 week program is ideal for students in their 1st or 2nd year of a civil engineering degree program and residing in the Midlands (South Staffordshire, Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire). You’ll gain exposure to various aspects of civil engineering on construction sites and offices.
  • Engineering Summer Placement: This 8-week program is open to students from any UK university studying engineering. You’ll work on a variety of tasks depending on the project location and your area of interest.

Specific responsibilities will vary depending on the program you apply for, but here are some general examples:

  • Assist engineers with site investigations, data collection, and analysis.
  • Contribute to project documentation and reporting tasks.
  • Participate in site visits and learn about construction processes.
  • Gain exposure to health and safety protocols on a construction site.
  • Attend workshops and training sessions to develop your professional skills (may vary).

Benefits of Working at Balfour Beatty:

  • Gain invaluable hands-on experience in the infrastructure construction industry.
  • Learn from industry experts and contribute to real-world projects.
  • Develop your professional skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
  • Network with industry professionals and build your connections.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package (may vary by program).
  • Potential for a future graduate role upon successful completion of the program (depending on performance).

Requirements (general, may vary by program):

  • Current student enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering).
  • Expected graduation date in 2025 or later.
  • Strong academic record with a demonstrated interest in construction or infrastructure.
  • Eagerness to learn and a willingness to take on challenges.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (additional technical skills may be required depending on the program).

Skills (general, may vary by program):

  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Time management
  • (Technical skills may vary depending on the program area – e.g., AutoCAD, project management)

Experience (a plus, may vary by program):

  • Previous experience in a construction or engineering-related field (e.g., volunteer work, part-time job).
  • Relevant coursework or projects (e.g., structural analysis, sustainable design).

How to Apply

Balfour Beatty typically opens applications for their summer internship and placement programs in the fall/winter months. Here’s how to prepare and apply when applications open:

  1. Visit the Balfour Beatty Careers website: https://balfourbeattyus.com/careers/job-opportunities
  2. Search for “Summer Internship” or “Summer Placement” opportunities.
  3. Filter your search by location and/or discipline (if applicable).
  4. Select the program that best aligns with your interests and qualifications.
  5. Review the program description and eligibility requirements carefully.
  6. Prepare your resume and cover letter. Highlight your relevant skills, academic achievements, and interest in the infrastructure industry.
  7. Apply online through the Balfour Beatty Careers website.

Additional Tips

  • Research Balfour Beatty: Familiarize yourself with their projects, areas of expertise, and commitment to sustainable infrastructure.
  • Prioritize relevant programs: Focus your applications on programs that align with your location, degree program, and career goals.
  • Highlight your transferable skills: Demonstrate how your academic background and previous experiences can be applied to a construction environment.

To apply for this job please visit www.balfourbeattycareers.com.