2024 Graduate Development Programme (UK) – Acoustics

The WSP acoustics team is amongst the largest and most well respected in the UK. We are regular recipients of industry awards and our leading experts regularly present at conferences and produce cutting edge research papers and guidance documents. 

The WSP Acoustics team were highly commended for the 2022 ANC Award for Environmental Noise, and the winners of the 2020 ANC Award for Vibration Control and Prediction. The judges praised the creative and innovative approach to using Findwave to give the client the information they needed to proceed with a time critical project, with good collaboration demonstrated throughout.  

We are proud of our wide-ranging knowledge and expertise covering environmental acoustics, building acoustics and complex vibration assessments. The team pride themselves on the integrated support offered by working alongside our in-house environmental and sustainability specialists, as well as our structural and mechanical engineers, to deliver commercially balanced, innovative and integrated solutions.

Equally important to us is nurturing an inclusive team with a true family-feel, which is supportive of your technical progression and personal and professional development. Being an integral part of a multi-disciplinary and global organisation, will provide excellent opportunities for you to flourish within a team of motivated individuals. This includes acoustics-led training as well as mentoring and professional support for those wanting to achieve chartership. 

“Working in the WSP Acoustics team for the last six years has allowed me to realise my goals and ambitions. The team are really friendly and helpful, supporting me towards achieving chartership as well as my ongoing professional and personal development.” – WSP Senior Acoustic Consultant, IEng MIOA .

How to Apply:

You will be graduating in 2024 or have recently graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.

• You'll be looking to start work in either April or September 2024. Please check our website for further information regarding degree backgrounds considered.
• You’ll ideally have less than 15 months relevant experience
• You’ll have a passion for sustainable engineering and creativity to solve problems
• You’ll want to stretch and inspire us, sharing new ideas you have
• You’ll have strong interpersonal skills
• You’ll have the ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with colleagues and adapting to dynamic project environments.
• You’ll have the ability to manage your own time and plan your workload effectively.

Please be aware behavioural assessment results at WSP are valid for a period of 12 months, if you have completed an assessment within this timeframe and been unsuccessful, we will not be able to consider your application.

Early applications are recommended, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date.

All in a day’s work

Our Graduates told us the best part of being on the Graduate Development Programme is the support for their own personal development and large network available to them.

They also told us they had the chance to work on a wide variety of projects enabling them to work closely with other disciplines, and allowing them to gain a better understanding of their role on projects and how this enhances the schemes they are involved in. As well the large pool of technical experts to guide them throughout their journey.

You could be involved in development proposals, modelling or design calculations in 3D software packages. Your day could also involve visiting site and liaising with contractors, discussing options for concept designs with colleagues, responding to client requests for information or meetings with the team about the scope and progress of projects.

Naturally, there is a lot to learn, however, the support network available, assists and encourages our early career professionals and offers a wide range of activities. Including social events and many opportunities to assist with team building outside of the work environment.