Scottish Water · 1 week ago
Summer Internship Programme 2026 – Chemistry
Juniper House
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerScottish Water is offering a Summer Internship Programme that empowers students to gain hands-on experience in the water sector. Interns will have the opportunity to apply their university studies in a live operational laboratory environment while contributing to essential services and infrastructure in Scotland.
Civil EngineeringWaste ManagementWaterWater Purification
Responsibilities
Gain hands-on experience in the water sector
Contribute to shaping Scotland’s future
Apply university studies to a live operational laboratory environment
Learn from on-site scientists
Understand the operation of analytical laboratories
Qualification
Required
You'll be in the penultimate year of your degree (or about to start a Masters), and on course for at least a 2:2 in a relevant discipline such as Chemistry or subjects closely related
Good people skills
Availability for the full 12-week placement, starting in June
Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a real desire to learn
Motivation to apply what you're studying in a practical, real-world environment
Living within commuting distance of our labs in Juniper House (Edinburgh)
Commitment to being a Scottish taxpayer
Preferred
CVs that tell us more than just your grades. Show us what you've learned, what interests you, and what motivates you
Cover letters that explain why Scottish Water – and why this particular internship appeals to you
Applications that demonstrate our values: Bold, Responsible, Inspiring and Caring
Company
Scottish Water
Scottish Water is a publicly owned water supplier that handles drinking water and wastewater services.
Founded in 2002
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-29
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