Summer Placement - Water Engineering in Exeter

About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private‑sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Summer Placement – Civil Engineering (Non‑Infrastructure Wastewater) Exeter And Croydon | 6‑10 week Placement

We are looking for a motivated undergraduate to join our Non‑Infrastructure Wastewater team for a 6‑10 week summer placement. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on civil engineering design experience within a consultancy environment, supporting the delivery of wastewater treatment and process‑based assets. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering non‑infra wastewater projects such as treatment works upgrades, process plant improvements, tanks, structures, drainage, and associated civil works. The team works collaboratively across the UK and this role would be based in our Croydon office.

About The Role

As a Summer Placement Student, you will support civil engineering design activities across feasibility, outline, and detailed design stages. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will contribute to technical designs, calculations, drawings, and project documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with civil engineering design for wastewater treatment assets
• Supporting the production of drawings using CAD software
• Assisting with design calculations for tanks, structures, drainage, and foundations
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports and design documentation
• Working collaboratively with process, mechanical, and electrical engineers
• Gaining exposure to industry standards, health & safety, and design risk management

What We’re Looking For

• An undergraduate studying Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Interest in wastewater treatment and non‑infrastructure projects
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of CAD and Microsoft Office
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Why Pell Frischmann?

We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate. We’ll support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. We’re happy to talk about flexible working and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees. In addition, you’ll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits.

Application Process

To apply for this role, please click “Apply for this job” below to complete our short application form and upload a copy of your CV. Please remove any personal details such as your home address and date of birth from your CV. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a diversity monitoring form. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve.