Candidates FAQs
General Questions
You can register your interest on our careers website to receive updates when roles for the next recruitment cycle are released.
By joining, you will:
- Be among the first to hear about new graduate, placement, internship positions.
- Receive invitations to exclusive events and networking opportunities.
- Stay informed about Arcadis news and updates.
Register your interest here: Join the Talent Network at Arcadis
Our roles typically open in the autumn of the year prior to the starting intake. Deadlines for individual roles can be found on the job profile. Generally, we tend to close Graduate, Intern and Placement opportunities around mid-November. For apprentices this is typically January / February.
We recommend that you apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close roles when the particular role and / or location has had enough applicants.
We encourage you to apply to only one opening that best suits your interests. You will be able to discuss alternative options with our recruiters once you have progressed through the screening stage.
If you apply to more than one role, your application will only be taken forward for the first role you have applied for. If you have submitted an application in error and would like to be considered for a different role, then please email the team on [email protected] with the role you would like to be considered for and we can amend your application for you.
If you are not successful in your application this time, then you are welcome to reapply after 6 months. Please note, any reapplications within this 6-month timeframe will be regretted.
We aim to get back to all candidates within 5 working days of their application, however this can sometimes be longer for popular programmes. All candidates will hear back from their application regardless of if being progressed to the next stage or not. We recommend checking your spam and junk folders for any updates from our application system as sometimes emails can be captured in these folders.
If you haven’t heard anything by 10 weeks of submission, then please email the team for an update; [email protected].
You can apply for our opportunities through our programme pages, or the search box at the top of the main landing page. Type in your search term, i.e. Graduate, to see all the relevant opportunities. You can then further refine your search by location in the drop-down menu or use the map to narrow down your search.
We review applications manually, and hiring decisions are always made by people. While candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application, we encourage everyone to ensure their responses reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. Providing genuine and authentic answers helps us get to know you better and ensures a fair recruitment process for all candidates.
Eligibility
Entry requirements and qualifications vary depending on the role. We recommend reviewing the job description carefully and checking our careers site. If you’re still unsure whether you’re eligible for a specific role, we encourage you to submit an application. Our recruitment team will assess your application against the role criteria.
Undergraduates & Graduates: You should be on target for a 2:2 degree.
This should also be underpinned by strong A-Level results as well as Maths and English at GSCE. Please check the relevant advert for further information.
Apprentices: Please check the advertisement for the apprenticeship that interests you, which will include the relevant qualification information.
All applications are screened by our Early Careers team who look for a match in your application against the requirements mentioned in the job profile. Make sure that you consider the degree requirements as many of our roles do require specific degree backgrounds as they are very technical or have these requirements for chartership.
If you are successful following the selection process a member of the team will be in contact to discuss our offer and once you have verbally accepted, an email will be sent from our HR department with a link where you can access the offer paperwork
We support accreditations with a number of professional bodies including RICS, ICE, IMechE, RIBA, CIEEM and CIBSE.
No, our Graduate programme is not rotational. You will join a team and a specific role from day one. Your experiences will come from working on different projects and with different clients.
Yes, you can use your predicted grades when submitting your apprenticeship application. Please check the job description for the specific entry requirements. You must have completed your A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) before the apprenticeship start date.
Some opportunities may be open to students from a wider range of disciplines, while others may require a degree closely aligned to the role due to technical knowledge and skills required.
Please refer to the job description for details on which degree backgrounds are accepted for each role.
Support
Please contact [email protected] and include a screenshot of the error so we can investigate. If you are having trouble submitting your application, please try the following:
- Clear your browser’s cache and cookies.
- Try using a different web browser or device.
- Change the file format, such as from PDF to DOC or DOCX.
Please note that portfolio submissions have a file size limit of 5 MB.
If technical issues occur during an Assessment Centre, please contact the Early Careers team as soon as possible. We will help you rejoin your breakout room and, where possible, assist with restarting Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
To help avoid any issues on the day, we recommend testing your internet connection, microphone, camera, and access to the meeting platform before your scheduled virtual interview or Assessment Centre.
As a people first business, we’re committed to ensuring all candidates are supported and have a fair opportunity to perform at their best throughout our selection process.
If at any point you require support to perform at your full potential, please email us at: [email protected] for a confidential discussion with our friendly team.
For the initial skills assessment with Arctic Shores, you will be prompted to self-declare any reasonable adjustments you may require for the activity. We recommend reviewing the available options and selecting any that may support you during the assessment. If you require an adjustment that is not listed, please contact the Early Careers team and we will be happy to help.
For Assessment Centres, additional support may vary depending on the activity. We recommend discussing your requirements with the Early Careers team in advance so we can explore the most appropriate support available.
At Arcadis, we are committed to providing a positive and inclusive candidate experience. If you require support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Our team will be happy to assist you and discuss any adjustments that may help ensure an accessible recruitment experience.
If you have missed your deadline, please contact the Early Careers team at the earliest opportunity so we can review your circumstances and advise on available options. Please note that while extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis, repeated requests for extensions or multiple missed deadlines may result in your application being withdrawn.
Whether you join as a Graduate, Apprentice, Intern or Placement student, you will be supported by your line manager as well as a buddy when you join. For your Programme, our dedicated Early Careers team will support you with the business acumen and soft skill training and there are communities with Heads of Service to support your technical training and professional accreditations.
What is the application and assessment process?
01: Application and CV Submission
Review the opportunities open and decide which is the best fit for you based on your skills, aspirations and educational background.
You should apply for your chosen role and submit your CV online. You will be asked a number of preference questions, including office location and when you would be available to start.
02: Online Behavioural Assessment
We assess a candidate’s skills and behaviours in a behaviour based virtual assessment. If you meet the requirements for your chosen role, you will be invited to complete the online assessment. We use this type of assessment to ensure we are identifying the right talent in an objective way, where no-one is at a disadvantage.
Complete a demo of the assessment here: Arctic Shores – Demo Task
03: Virtual Assessment Centre
(work placement and internship applicants will skip this stage and go straight to an interview)
Our trained Assessors and Recruitment team will ensure the experience is as pleasant as possible during your virtual assessment.
Assessments consist of a networking opportunity and a group activity.: lasting just over 2 hours. This assesses your skills and suitability for the role you have applied for.
04: Face to Face Interview
Held in person at an Arcadis office, the final interview is made up of two parts;
The first part of the interview assesses your skills, behaviours, and suitability for your chosen position. The second part of the interview focuses on your technical knowledge and skills suitable for the role.
05: Offer
If you are successful following the selection process a member of the team will be in contact to discuss our offer. Following the call, your contract will be issued via your application portal where you can log in to view the contract and associated documentation as well as let us know your final decision!
Tips before you apply
1. We are a ‘People First’ business and our process is designed to give you an insight into our company as well as allowing us to find out more about you as an individual. Whist we embrace changes to technology, such as AI, we value authenticity and encourage all Arcadians to bring their whole self to work. Make sure that you are highlighting those skills, experiences and attributes that make you unique throughout the process.
2. Prior to applying to one of our roles make sure to do plenty of research into Arcadis and the industry in which we operate. Our corporate site is a great source of information and projects for you to find out more: www.arcadis.com
3. Before submitting your application please ensure all your contact details are correct and don’t contain any typos.
4. Only apply for the one opening that best suit your interests. We will be looking for a knowledge, interest and passion in this area. So, make sure you are committed to that role and understand what it entails before applying!