Summer Placement: Waste & Logistics for Sustainable Cities

Buro Happold group.; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is offering an 8-week summer placement in their Waste & Logistics team in Edinburgh or London. Ideal for university students, this role involves developing waste strategies and conducting research. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate strong communication and Excel skills. The placement, set for Summer 2026, offers competitive compensation aligned with the UK Real Living Wage and supports a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive reward package

Flexible working

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Studying for a degree in a relevant discipline like Environmental Sciences or Waste Management.
• Demonstrating passion for managing materials and waste.
• Ability to interpret engineering and planning drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational waste and logistics strategies.
• Conduct research and analysis studies.
• Write technical reports and estimate waste demands.
• Assist with project management, including budgets.

Skills

Awareness of key environmental issues

Understanding of construction sector

Excel proficiency

Pro-active attitude

Relationship management

Education

Degree or master’s in Environmental Sciences, Waste Management, Logistics, Behavioural Sciences, Geography or Sustainable Development

Job description

A leading consultancy firm is offering an 8-week summer placement in their Waste & Logistics team in Edinburgh or London. Ideal for university students, this role involves developing waste strategies and conducting research. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate strong communication and Excel skills. The placement, set for Summer 2026, offers competitive compensation aligned with the UK Real Living Wage and supports a hybrid working model.