Summer Placement Security & Resilience

Severn Trent Plc; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Birmingham is offering a Summer Placement that lasts 8 or 12 weeks, focusing on Security and Resilience. This program provides hands-on experience across teams in Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Candidates should be studying relevant degrees at a UK university and possess an analytical mindset. This opportunity will not only enhance your skills but may open doors to future internships or graduate programs. Apply now to join a company committed to sustainability and community support.

Benefits

Employability Sessions

Networking Lunch

Senior Leader Panel Event

One-to-One Support

Qualifications

• Must be currently studying at a UK university and be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work across key teams in Cybersecurity, Information Governance, Physical Security, or Risk & Resilience.
• Contribute to risk assessments and resilience testing.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Studying Cyber security, Information Security, Computer Science with Security specialization, Digital Forensics or related subjects

Job description

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment, more sustainable initiatives, and more support for the communities we serve. That's why we're on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate Summer Placements like you to help us achieve our goals.

Our people and culture are the heart of our success. We're proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10,000 dedicated colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

If you're excited to learn, and ready to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

Our Security & Resilience Summer Placement exposes you to both the operational foundations of how a regulated business protects its assets, people, and data, and the strategic direction of how we innovate to stay ahead of emerging threats. You’ll explore how security underpins our transformation journey, supports our sustainability goals, and contributes to our ambition of becoming a resilient, net zero business.

The programme comprises working across one of our key teams in Cybersecurity, Information Governance, Physical Security, or Risk & Resilience. This placement is designed to give you a real insight into our security landscape and provide you with the opportunity to learn about our strategic, regulatory, and sustainability commitments through the lens of protection and risk management.

THINGS YOU MIGHT LEARN

• Design and implement robust security frameworks that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, ensuring governance and accountability across all areas.
• Support the development of long‑term security strategies that enable innovation while safeguarding our people, systems, and infrastructure.
• Champion our commitment to sustainability by embedding secure‑by‑design principles into our transformation programmes — including our journey to net zero.
• Contribute to risk assessments, incident response planning, and resilience testing to help future‑prove our business against evolving threats.

This programme is designed to equip you with the skills and experience to become a future leader within our Security, Risk, or Resilience teams. You’ll strengthen your capabilities in analytical thinking, strategic planning, and innovation, while having the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to shaping a secure and sustainable future for our business.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, because we know that diverse minds bring fresh ideas and new ways of thinking—and that’s exactly what helps us grow.

HOW WILL THE PROGRAMME WORK?

During the 8‑week or 12‑week placement you will be based at Frankley Water Treatment Works in South Birmingham, placing you right at the heart of our operations. You will be working day to day with industry professionals, taking lead on projects and real‑life work.

Throughout your time with us, you’ll also benefit from a range of opportunities designed to help you explore your career ambitions, support your development, and ensure you get the most out of your placement:

• Employability Sessions - Take part in three tailored workshops focused on building practical skills and career insights to help you thrive in your future career.
• Networking Lunch - Connect with fellow placement students in a relaxed setting, share experiences, and start building your professional network.
• Alumni Lunch - Meet former interns who have successfully transitioned into full‑time roles at Severn Trent. Hear their stories, gain inspiration, and learn from their journeys.
• Senior Leader Panel Event - Attend an exclusive session featuring senior leaders from across the business. Discover their career paths and be inspired by their insights.
• One‑to‑One Support - Benefit from regular meetings with managers, Mentors and the New Talent Team

Depending on your year of study, the programme could lead to a fast‑track opportunity into another internship programme or even our graduate scheme—helping you take the next step in your career with Severn Trent.

ABOUT THE PLACEMENT

Programme Duration: 8 or 12 weeks

Entry Criteria:

• Preferred individuals with an analytical mindset and a passion for Security, Risk Management, and Resilience.
• Studying degrees like Cyber security, Information Security, Computer Science with Security specialisation, Digital Forensics, Criminalology, sociology or other related subjects

You must be currently studying at a UK university and be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We want our employees to care and to have a genuine passion for what we do as a business. We need people who want to make a difference in providing a vital service to our customers, now and for the long‑term.

• A ‘can do’ attitude – someone who’s eager to get involved, takes ownership of their actions, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality work.
• Adaptability and resilience – comfortable with variety and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Strong prioritisation and problem‑solving skills – able to assess tasks quickly and take initiative to tackle challenges head‑on.
• Excellent communication and collaboration – confident working across multiple teams and building strong working relationships.
• Curiosity and a growth mindset – keen to learn, ask questions, and continuously improve in a dynamic setting.
• Accountability and integrity – someone who acts responsibly, makes thoughtful decisions, and contributes positively to team culture.
• Creative thinking – willing to challenge the status quo, bring fresh ideas, and contribute to innovation.
• Self‑awareness and reflection – open to feedback and committed to personal development.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Severn Trent we are passionate about our people. We want to make sure that we continue to foster a more diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that represents the communities and customers we serve. We’re making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity, who help us with our commitments. Find out more about our commitments to Diversity and Inclusion at Severn Trent.

LET’S GO

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

• Roles close on 13 th January 2026 at Midday (12pm)
• Check your diary – face to face assessments will run from February to the end of March
• Start Date 1st June for a 12‑week placement and 29th June for an 8‑week placement

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeatSevernTrent on social media.