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Graduate & Placement FAQs

Eligibility

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  • Can I apply to more than one programme?

    • We’ll only accept one application per recruitment campaign year, therefore, make sure you read the job descriptions available to make sure you’ve selected the right choice for you.

    What if I don’t meet your entry requirements?

    • Entry requirements vary by role so please make sure you check the job description before applying to us. If you feel you don’t meet any of these minimum requirements then we do offer a range of direct hire opportunities, which you can find on our job search page.

International Candidates

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  • I am an international student; am I eligible to apply?

    • Yes - Atkins is an A rated sponsor within the Home Office Sponsorship Management system under Tier 2. This means that we can sponsor candidates from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but possess a valid Tier Four student visa. However, this does vary so please ensure you check the eligibility criteria in the job description.

Application process

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  • What process will I go through when applying for a graduate or placement role?

    When’s the closing date for applications?

    • Each role advertised on our careers pages should provide you with that detail, but generally we will close as we go along based on volume of applications, so we suggest that you get your application in as soon as you can to ensure the options are available that you’re interested in.

    Can I submit a CV or covering letter?

    • We don’t accept CV’s or covering letters so please make sure you capture all of your details on our online application form.

Recruitment process

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  • I have a disability, are you able to provide adjustments and / or support?

    • Yes, we provide adjustments because we want you to be able to demonstrate your full potential during the recruitment process. It is advisable to inform us as soon as possible about the adjustments you may require in order to ensure that they are implemented on time. Please contact graduates@atkinsglobal.com or call 0121 483 5089.

    What types of adjustments are available for someone who has a disability or health condition?

    • We can provide various adjustments that will enable you to perform your best at all stages of the recruitment process. Examples of adjustments we have made in the past include, but are not limited to, providing assistive technology; extra time; changing the format of an assessment; scheduling an interview at a specific time; and ensuring there is access. For further information please contact graduates@atkinsglobal.com or call 0121 483 5089.

    Who can I contact about my application and disability?

    • If you have a specific question related to disability, please contact graduates@atkinsglobal.com or call 0121 483 5089. All conversations will be confidential.

    Should I tell you about my disability?

    • Yes, you should tell us as soon as possible if you require any adjustments or changes to the interview process. Failure to do so may result in adjustments not being made resulting in you not being able to demonstrate your full potential. Please contact graduates@atkinsglobal.com or call 0121 483 5089.

Graduates

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  • What is the Atkins Graduate Development Programme (GDP)?

    • The Graduate Development Programme is a three-year framework, designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress your early career and work towards a professional qualification. The programme features a series of signature events, core training modules, professional development, mentoring and on-the-job experience.

    When do I receive my settling-in allowance?

    • We offer a £2,500 settling-in allowance upon joining our development programme and this is paid into your first month’s salary. You’ll also receive another bonus of £2,500 which is paid upon achieving your chosen qualification.

    Can I work in other offices?

    • As a placement student, you’ll usually only be working from the office where you are based from. As a graduate, you’ll have a home office base, however, you may be required to work from other offices at times depending on the projects you are working on.

Placement FAQs

Eligibility

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  • Which scheme should I apply for?

    • LAs we recruit placement students from a wide range of degree disciplines, we have developed a role finder that helps you decide which opportunity is most suited to you. Click here for the role finder.

    Can I apply to more than one programme?

    • We’ll only accept one application from each candidate per recruitment campaign year, however, you’ll have the option to select multiple business areas/teams and locations depending on the opportunities we have available. Please make sure you read the job descriptions available to make sure you’ve selected the right choices.

    What if I don’t meet your entry requirements?

    • Entry requirements vary by role so please make sure you check the job description before applying. If you feel you don’t meet any of these minimum requirements then we do offer a range of direct hire opportunities, which you can find on our job search page.

About our placements

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  • What types of placement do Atkins offer?

    • Our paid placement opportunities are designed for students from all degree years except the final year of study and include: Summer placements – last at least 8 weeks and are completed during your longest academic break from university. We don’t have a fixed start date, but they usually run between May/June through to August/September. Industrial placements – often built into and count towards a degree course. Again, we don’t have a fixed start date, but they usually commence from the beginning of the academic year (September/October) and they typically last 12 months. The exact dates for both types of placements are to be agreed between you and the business at offer stage.

    What is the structure of the undergraduate placement scheme?

    • The structure of the placement will depend on which team you join. You’ll have an opportunity to discuss suitable objectives with your line manager when you join us. However, we can guarantee that you will be learning about the exciting world of engineering through challenging tasks and responsibilities which help contribute towards our company vision and goals. You can expect to develop your core skills and enjoy a rewarding placement.

    Who are placements designed for?

    • Our placements are full time work posts, designed to support and complement the studies of university students who are studying a relevant degree. Whether it’s spending several weeks with us over the summer or 12 months on an industrial placement, you can gain invaluable experience in the working world, equipping you with knowledge and understanding of the industry that couldn’t otherwise be obtained through academic studies alone.

Recruitment process

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  • I’ve had technical issues when completing my situational judgement test or online assessments, what do I do?

    What does the situational judgement test involve?

    • The situational judgement test presents you with work-based scenarios in video format and you’ll be required to select the most/least likely outcome from a list of options. This test offers you a glimpse into life at Atkins and the questions are all underpinned by our key behaviours and competencies that we look for.

    What does an assessment centre involve?

    • Assessment centres are for graduate roles only and usually take place between 9.30am and 3.30pm. You’ll be asked to complete a number of exercises on the day including a technical interview with the relevant business area you have applied to and for some business areas you will need to complete a short written technical paper. The assessments will include a technical interview with two managers from the relevant business area, and for some businesses you will need to complete a short technical written exercise. There will also be a number of behavioural exercises which have been designed to assess the competencies we look for in our graduates at Atkins.

    When do assessment centres take place?

    • Assessment centres for graduates take place between the middle of October and the end of April. Please be advised in some instances we will only hold one assessment centre for your area so it’s really important you keep the date available to attend. We do recommend you complete all of the stages as soon as possible though as some programmes are very popular.

    Can I claim back expenses from the graduate assessment centre I attend?

    • Can I claim back expenses from the graduate assessment centre I attend? Atkins do reimburse reasonable travel expenses incurred travelling to and from the day. So, if required, we would encourage you to book travel as soon as possible using the most cost-effective method. You will find an expense claim form in your account area that you will need to complete and return via email as a password protected document to the early careers team earlycareersevents@atkinsglobal.com alongside your receipts. Please submit your expense form within 2 weeks of the assessment centre date. Upon receipt of your completed form – a bank transfer will be made. Reimbursement will only be paid with the provision of a receipt. We expect a VAT receipt where possible. If you need to book anything, please contact earlycareersevents@atkinsglobal.com. The recruitment advisor will not have visibility of your expense claim so please direct all queries to earlycareersevents@atkinsglobal.com

    When will I know if I have been successful?

    • Before you leave the assessment centre we will let you know when you can expect to hear from us. We’ll contact you by phone or email.