Environment and Science Graduate Training Scheme

Position: Environment and Science Graduate Training Scheme 2026 - 32748

Environment and Science Graduate Training Scheme 2026 – 32748

Join to apply for the Environment and Science Graduate Training Scheme 2026 – 32748 role at the Environment Agency
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5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Key areas of work and advantage

We’ll give you a structured 4‑year graduate training scheme that is a blend of on‑the‑job development and formal education, culminating in chartership with a relevant professional body. With yourself as the central focus, the programme will develop your technical, specialist and leadership skills so that you end the programme as a technical leader ready to tackle key environmental challenges.

What you’ll do

• Work alongside subject experts within your base team.
• Create an individualised development plan that aligns with your journey and the needs of the Agency.
• Collect evidence of your progress to progress through professional memberships toward chartership.
• Attend your base office a minimum of 2 days per week and visit other offices or sites as required.
• Take on an incident role (after your first year) and engage in environmental and/or flood incident responses.

Key responsibilities

• Perform duties that enhance technical expertise.
• Take and reflect on opportunities to develop personal and leadership skills.
• Actively participate in the Graduate Trainee community.
• Collaborate with other teams to broaden your understanding of the Agency’s remit of protecting healthy ecosystems.

Experience / skills required

• Willingness to learn: open to developing skills in new areas.
• Environmental commitment: genuine interest in protecting and improving healthy ecosystems.
• Passion for impact: motivated to effect change for a better environment.
• Networking ability: skilled at building and maintaining professional connections.
• Strong communication: able to collaborate effectively with others.
• Flexibility and adaptability: ready to adjust your approach when circumstances change.
• Organisational skills: capable of planning and managing time proactively.
• Prioritisation: able to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the Graduate Training Scheme you must meet ALL the following criteria:

• UK, Commonwealth or EEA national with a right to work in the UK.
• Graduated with an environment or science honours‑based degree, master’s or PhD from June 2021 to September 2026, or have current working knowledge of the subject.
• Some roles may require a driving licence – check individual role profiles for details.

Benefits

• 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.
• Support: Access buddies, mentors, peer groups and staff networks from day one.

Applications close 15 February; interviews in April; offers in May.

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Job role specific licences

Full UK driving licence, or an equivalent UK‑recognised driving licence, may be required depending on the profile.

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, and have a guaranteed interview policy for applicants with a disability.

Legal note regarding artificial intelligence

AI may be useful for the application, but all examples and statements must be truthful and you will stay accountable for plagiarism thereby potentially leading to withdrawal and disciplinary action.

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