“I am currently in my third year at Plymouth University studying for a MEng in Civil and Coastal Engineering. The third year of my course gives the opportunity to complete an industrial placement year, before returning for a further two years study.
I was fortunate to join Jacobs this summer as a winner of the ‘Jacobs Young Talent Award’. This opportunity was first advertised to me during a presentation, conducted by Nigel Edwards, in one of my lectures. After researching the company, I was attracted to Jacobs by their broad multidisciplinary portfolio as well as their sustainable approach to business. I applied and was shortlisted for interview; I was delighted when I was awarded a position within the Energy team. I joined Jacobs’ Exeter office at the end of May this year, straight after my university exams (with only a few days off!).
During my time at Jacobs so far, I have had the opportunity to undertake work on a variety of different projects. I have found the work environment at Jacobs very supportive of my development as an engineer, with my colleagues always keen to help out and ensure that I get to try my hand at as many different skills and projects as possible, essential when trying to get the most from my year in the industry. After a positive start, I am looking forward to my future development and hopefully a long career with Jacobs.”
Ben Robbins, work placement case study
Ben is in year three of studying MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering and is currently on his industrial placement year with Jacobs (2015-16)
