Our Work Experience programme is open to young people in the UK aged 14-18 who are interested in exploring careers within engineering, the built environment, and professional services.
Are you curious about how engineering, design and consultancy shape the world around us?
If you're interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and want to discover how engineers, designers and consultants shape the places we live, work and play, then Curtins' Work Experience Programme could be the perfect next step for you.
As a leading engineering and consultancy business, we offer young people the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of the built environment industry, explore exciting career pathways, and develop a better understanding of how projects are delivered.
While engineering is at the heart of what we do, successful projects rely on a wide range of professionals. Alongside opportunities within our technical disciplines, students can also explore careers in areas such as HR, Finance, Marketing and IT.
At Curtins, we believe work experience should be meaningful, engaging, and inspiring. You'll gain first-hand exposure to a professional consultancy environment, work alongside experienced colleagues, and develop a better understanding of how different teams contribute to successful projects.
Our programme is designed to help you explore potential career paths, build confidence in the workplace, and develop valuable skills that will support your future ambitions and career decisions.
Whether you're interested in engineering, consultancy, or business support functions, you'll gain practical insight into the wide range of opportunities available across our business and the wider construction industry.
Our Work Experience programme is open to young people aged 14-18 who are curious about professional careers within engineering, the built environment, and business support functions.
You don't need any previous experience or technical knowledge to apply. We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn, ask questions, and make the most of the opportunity.
Whether you’re currently in school, college, training, or exploring your next steps, our programme will help you gain a deeper understanding of the workplace and discover where your interest could lead.
Whether you're interested in technical or non-technical career paths, you'll gain practical insight into the wide range of opportunities available across our business and the wider construction industry.
Our Work Experience programme typically lasts one week and is designed to give you a genuine insight into life at Curtins. During your placement, you'll be paired with a dedicated mentor who will support you throughout your time with us, answer your questions, and help you get the most from the experience.
You'll take part in hands-on activities across our core disciplines, including Civil and Structural Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering, and Transport Planning, helping you understand how projects move from concept through to delivery.
You'll also have the opportunity to explore different disciplines and learn how our teams work together to achieve successful outcomes for our clients. Wherever possible, we'll tailor your experience to your interests, subject to team business needs, team capacity and office availability.
Engineering is just one part of what we do. Careers in HR, Finance, Marketing, IT, and other business support functions play a vital role in our success. At our Liverpool headquarters, we can also offer placements focused entirely on these areas.
“Curtins provided a useful representation of what it is like to work in an inclusive and innovative engineering consultancy. Now, I have the knowledge I need to make the right decisions when entering the Engineering Industry. Overall, I enjoyed my time spent at Curtins. I learned a lot about all the different departments and what they do, and I would recommend them to anyone who also wants to learn more about Civil and Structural engineering professions.” John, Year 9, St.Anselm’s High School.
Our Work Experience application form is open all year round, and we welcome applications across all of our office locations.
To help us plan placements and coordinate availability with our teams, applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks before your preferred start date. Unfortunately, we may not be able to accommodate applications received with less notice.
When completing the application form, you'll be asked to select your preferred office location and placement dates. If you're flexible and would like to increase your chances of securing a placement, you're welcome to submit applications for multiple locations or dates.
We'll also ask about your interests, skills, and reasons for applying, so take your time and provide thoughtful, detailed responses. As we receive a high volume of applications, this helps us identify the most suitable opportunities and ensure placements are allocated fairly.
We're excited to hear from you and wish you the very best with your application. Good luck!
“My mentor was incredibly supportive and helped guide me through tasks and assignments. He was always available to help and made me feel welcome. He answered all the questions I had about the job. Curtins is a great company with respectful aims and supportive colleagues.” Sophia, Year 11, St. Bedes College.
Our programme includes a mix of project-related tasks and online learning. During your placement, you can expect to:
Gain experience completing project-related tasks
Use engineering and design software, and observe how tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Tekla Structural Designer support real project work
Learn the basics of interpreting architectural and engineering drawings
Support general administrative tasks relevant to project workflow
Develop interpersonal and teamwork skills by working alongside engineers, technicians and transport planners.
“Amazing work environment and highly supportive staff. The work and introduction to the company were well laid out and easily understandable. The work was challenging and new, providing great exposure to structural, civil, and geotechnical engineering.” George, Year 12, Sandringham School.
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