Kickstart Your Career and Help Shape a Better Environment for Everyone

Want to make a real difference for people and the environment? At the Environment Agency, we’re looking for passionate individuals to join us and help tackle some of the biggest environmental challenges.

Our 12-week Environment & Science Summer Internship Programme starts in June and give you hands-on experience while building skills that matter. This is more than just a standard internship - it’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and explore career pathways that could lead to your next big step.

What you’ll do

Environment & Science roles use scientific evidence to protect and improve the environment and shape real-world decisions. You’ll typically be involved in:

• Using science to solve problems – analysing data and research to improve water quality, reduce pollution, manage flood risk and support climate adaptation.
• Turning evidence into action – translating findings into practical guidance, policy input and operational decisions.
• Monitoring and analysis – collecting, analysing and reporting on environmental data to spot trends and risks.
• Supporting national priorities – contributing to work on climate change, net zero, biodiversity and sustainable development.
• Working with others – collaborating with scientists, engineers, policy teams and external partners.
• Communicating clearly – writing reports and explaining evidence so it can be understood and used.

Wherever you’re based, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation tackling issues that really matter while building skills for your future.

What’s in it for you?

• Invest in your future and the planet. Ethical, career-average pension with around 19% employer contribution — helping you grow your future and support the planet.
• Time to recharge, time to thrive. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave (or equivalent for your work pattern), plus bank holidays, because balance matters.
• Flexibility that works for you. Flexible working where possible - hybrid, part-time or compressed hours.
• Supportive networks that help you thrive. Supportive networks from day one - office buddies, peer groups and mentors to help you settle in, grow and shape your experience.
• Your development, your way. We’ll build a personalised training plan with you and encourage you to be proactive, explore new challenges and make the most of every opportunity.

What Do Our Graduates Say?

“It is a great organisation that cares about its employees and gives you plenty of opportunity to develop and find out where your interests lie.” - Govind, Internship and Industrial Placement 2025 or link

Day in the Life of an Intern at the Environment Agency