Internship

Job Description The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. Do you want to be part of a life enhancing organisation that puts you at its heart, and aims for transformative action? Are you part of the first generation to leave the environment in a better state than you found it? The Environment Agency has exciting opportunities for you to do just that. Our Summer Internship Programme gives you the opportunity to gain valuable experience whilst complementing your studies and personal and professional growth. We have an opportunity to intern within our highly respected national Ecology, Ecosystems and Geomorphology (EEG) team. In particular you will work on applying the science of geomorphology to real world issues such as flood risk and climate resilience, and there could be opportunities to work on biosecurity and wider ecosystem health. This could lead to various career pathways across the Environment Agency and kick start your future! You'll be working on challenging and varied projects that really matter and will make a difference. You would be in a role which supports your technical development as well as your professional network. The support you get includes:

• A dedicated programme, and programme delivery team who will support your development
• Pastoral support through mentors, office buddies and intern community
• An internship specific welcome event with lots of engagement activities and guest speakers, and a closing event to celebrate the successes of every intern
• Access to a range of training and development courses

The team The team is highly experienced, inclusive, and supportive. They deliver culture change and providing strategic direction across areas relating to Ecology, Ecosystems and Geomorphology. Providing leadership, strategic direction, and technical support for geomorphology, environmental planning, invasive non-native species; biosecurity; ecology; data custodianship and climate change adaptation;. The EEG team sits within Fisheries and Nature within the Environment and Business Directorate. We’re dispersed across the country yet are close-knit and friendly. Experience/skills Required You will be someone with a genuine interest in the environment and be passionate about creating a better place for people and wildlife. You will be flexible in your approach and have determination to make positive change happen. We are looking for applicants with a variety of skills and behaviours, and willingness to develop within new areas. You will be:

• In your final year of an undergraduate degree or master's degree programme
• Graduated from an undergraduate degree or master's degree programme within the last 12 months (from June 2023)
• Studying or have studied a degree, though we are particularly keen to hear from you if you studied within a geography or geomorphology discipline.

You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided. Contact and additional information You’ll have an EA Office base location, as a national role the working location is flexible. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required. Please see Candidate / Additional Information Pack for more information. Any queries, contact Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held via MS Teams and are planned for the 20th or 21st June 2024. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post. Closing Date: 19/06/2024, 23:55 hours Level of security checks required Basic Check Length of contract up to 12 weeks Competence 1 Environmental Awareness Description We’re keen to know what interests you in this opportunity and the skills and experience you are looking to develop. Please tell us a bit more about you personally. Why this opportunity would be useful to you and what you would like to gain from the experience? You should demonstrate any transferrable or specific skillsets, qualities, past experiences (throughout life, work, education or volunteering), and any other relevant information. Instead of simply telling us, show us: use real life examples of where you’ve used a certain skill or how you’ve practically applied your experience. This is your chance to sell yourself and your abilities! There is a 250 minimum word limit per question. Think about what we need to know about you and what you’d bring to the role and our organisation. It can help to read your answers out loud, or ask someone else to read over this before submitting. Competence 2 Technical Skills Description This internship may involve learning new skills. How do you approach learning new skills and staying current with advancements in geomorphology? If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team. We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit for more information.