Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement

Position: Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Environment Agency

Overview

Our 12‑month industry placements, starting in September, give you hands‑on experience while building skills that matter. You will work with Regulated Industry teams to support UK businesses in reducing environmental impacts and improving process safety. From chemicals and refineries to metals, you’ll see how we regulate industry to protect people and the planet.

Support you can count on

From day one you’ll have a mentor and 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 join the EA’s Chemical Engineering group, which focuses on your professional development and provides peer support to boost your technical knowledge and career prospects.

Application Process

• Apply Online – Tell us about your skills, motivations, and why you’re excited to join.
• Behaviour-based Assessment (BBA) – Complete an interactive, game‑style assessment measuring natural behaviours and potential. Practice options are available.
• Shortlisting – We’ll review your application and assessment results.
• Interview – If shortlisted you’ll be invited to one virtual interview.

More details, including support for neurodiverse candidates and what to expect from the assessment, are in the Candidate Pack attached.

What you’ll gain

• Data management and analysis
• Environmental regulation and compliance
• Evaluating environmental impact
• Carbon reduction and industrial transition
• Developing environmental standards
• Incident management and enforcement
• Partnership working and public engagement

Experience / Skills Required

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in the environment and a passion for creating a better place for people and wildlife. Bring curiosity, flexibility, and determination to make positive change happen.

Education:

You should be studying (or have studied) a Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE.

• Team working
• Confidence with data
• Problem‑solving
• Engineering knowledge
• Health and safety awareness

Experience doesn’t have to come from paid work alone. Volunteering, sports teams, or social clubs all count.

Eligibility Criteria

• UK, Commonwealth, or EEA national with the right to work in the UK.
• Enrolled in an undergraduate degree, an integrated master’s programme, or graduated within the last year (from June 2025 onwards). You should be in your penultimate year or have graduated.

Contact & Benefits

We’re committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. You’ll receive full training, equipment, and support during induction, plus a generous benefits package:

• Pension
  :
  Around 19% contribution to a career‑average scheme invested in ethical, renewable energy businesses.
• Leave
  : 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Flexibility
  :
  Full‑time role with hybrid options, flexible hours, and time back for overtime.

Applications close on 15 February 2026
; interviews in March; offers by May. Apply early and make an impact!

Join our information call on 28 January 2026 at 12 PM to learn more and hear from current career entrants.

Email eacareerent for queries.

E2E statements & obligations

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however all examples and statements must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal of applications and disciplinary action.

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