Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement

Position: Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Join the Environment Agency for a 12‑month industry placement starting in September 2026. This placement offers hands‑on experience in Regulated Industry teams, supporting UK businesses to reduce environmental impacts and improve process safety.

Benefits & Support

From day one you will receive a mentor, office buddy, and access to a career entrant community and welcome event. You will also join the EA's Chemical Engineering group for professional development and peer support. The role includes full training, equipment, a pension contribution of ~19%, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, full‑time hybrid working, and time back for overtime.

Responsibilities

• 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

Application Process

Apply Online – Submit skills, motivations and motivation to join.

Behaviour‑Based Assessment (BBA) – Interactive game‑style assessment measuring natural behaviours; practice options available.

Short‑listing – Review of application and assessment results.

Interview – Virtual interview if shortlisted.

More information, including support for neurodiverse candidates, is in the Candidate Pack.

Experience & Skills Required

We seek candidates with a genuine interest in the environment and a passion for creating a better place for people and wildlife. Curiosity, flexibility and determination are key.

• Studying (or having studied) a Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE.
• Team working
• Confidence with data
• Problem‑solving
• Engineering knowledge
• Health and safety awareness

Experience from volunteering, sports or clubs is also valued.

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 have graduated within the last year (from June 2025 onwards).

Final date to receive applications

Applications close on 15 February 2026. Interviews in March; offers by May.

Contact

Email: eacareerentry@environment‑ for queries.

Who We Are

The Environment Agency regulates process industries across England under Environmental Permitting and COMAH Regulations. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

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