Graduate Programme - Advisory Services

A graduate consulting role in digital and transformation advisory, where you help organisations improve operations using data, digital tools, and strategy across major infrastructure and public sector projects.

Job Description

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are looking for graduates for our Advisory teams, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.  

A little bit more about your role and the team…

Working as a Graduate in one of our Advisory teams will mean delivering innovative advice that is actionable and scalable to respond to the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow as well as today.

Projects

Our teams work on some great assignments and as a Graduate working in our Advisory team, you will be helping deliver projects such as:

• UK Government Freeports programme

• Energy Entrepreneurs Fund

• National Highways net zero 

• Network Rail climate resilience 

• Local Government – combined authorities, local government reorganisation, sustainability and decarbonisation

• Transport – digital capabilities, major projects and Energy – Complex programmes

• Digital transformation programmes including digital strategies for universities and healthcare providers 

Our Advisory Teams include:

Transformation & Digital Insights

Our Transformation Advisory team is rapidly growing, fuelled by ambitious goals and a commitment to lasting client impact across diverse sectors. Projects range from implementing sustainability strategies, digital solutions, to designing new operating models that foster growth and efficiency. Each offering unique challenges and requiring close collaboration with clients to deliver tangible and sustainable results.

We are looking for graduates with degrees in organisational psychology, organisational behaviour or related disciplines to join our Transformation team. In this role, you will apply your understanding of organisational culture, leadership, motivation, wellbeing and behaviour change to support the design and delivery of complex transformation programmes. 

As a graduate, you’ll work directly with clients to understand their needs and help design tailored solutions. You’ll join experts on assignments in government, defence, pharmaceuticals, and energy, engaging in interviews and workshops that drive meaningful organisational improvements. 

Day-to-day responsibilities could include:

• Preparing presentations, workshop materials, and reports.

• Helping to diagnose organisational challenges, inform evidence‑based interventions and develop practical roadmaps for change. 

• Coordinating workshops, client interviews and surveys.

• You will translate theory into action - supporting clients to implement new operating models, adopt digital and AI solutions, and embed more sustainable ways of working."

• Collaborating with WSP colleagues to integrate specialist knowledge.

• Taking ownership of small workstreams under senior guidance.

Digital Advisory 

We are looking for Graduates with an MSc in Digital Transformation, Management with Digital Innovation, Software Development, Geographical Information Systems or Data Analytics. The purpose of this role is to give graduates the opportunity to work at the forefront of digital transformation, solving real-world challenges that impact communities, infrastructure, and the environment.

Graduates will gain hands-on experience in delivering innovative solutions, from shaping strategy to deploying cutting-edge technologies, while working alongside a diverse, multidisciplinary team. What makes this role exciting is the chance to see your ideas turn into tangible outcomes, whether that’s designing new digital tools, helping organisations make smarter decisions with data, or creating strategies that drive meaningful change. It’s a role that offers variety, creativity, and purpose, with plenty of scope to learn, grow, and make a real difference.

Day-to-day activities could include:

• Designing and delivering digital strategies and projects.

• Analysing and interpreting data for actionable insights and developing dashboards and digital tools.

• Contributing to stakeholder engagement and research.

• Preparing presentations and client recommendations.

• Taking responsibility for workstreams and developing consulting skills.

Graduates joining in 2026 are likely to be involved in high-profile projects across sectors, which could include, supporting digital transformation for councils, developing data and reporting tools for national infrastructure projects, and shaping digital strategies for universities and healthcare providers, each project offers practical experience in seeing how digital solutions impact society.

You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team, providing you with a challenging and fulfilling career. In our Advisory teams, you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders and collaborating with colleagues and adapting to dynamic project environments. 

Graduate Development Programme

Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience. 

Our teams are dedicated to supporting your career growth from the very beginning. Many employees have started as graduates and successfully advanced within the company. We encourage you to achieve chartered status with relevant professional bodies, making your development a priority. You will be fully supported through enrolment in a professional institution’s training agreement, guiding you towards chartered or incorporated status.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

You’ll have graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in: Organisational psychology, Organisational behaviour or related disciplines to join our Transformation team. Or MSc in Digital Transformation, Management with Digital Innovation, Software Development, Geographical Information Systems or Data Analytics for our Digital Advisory team.

• Candidates must complete the application form in full answering all specific questions. This requirement applies to all candidates, inclusive of their background. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory. Candidates who pass this initial stage, will then be required to complete an online skill enabler assessment. Both the application form and the skill enabler assessment are essential parts of the early career’s recruitment process.

• You'll be looking to start work in September 2026.

• You’ll have a passion for consulting.

• You’ll have a desire for the built environment, infrastructure, places and the economy and an enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.

• You’ll have a collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• For digital advisory you will have an enthusiasm for digital innovation and its potential to solve real-world challenges.

• You’ll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you have. 

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our positions, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.

We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.