Graduates join us to make an immediate impact, gaining exposure to high-profile projects from their first day.
Graduates are the lifeblood of our company; they bring a fresh perspective, fresh answers and are the future of our industry. This is why we offer an award-winning programme to help find the perfect career path for you.
Throughout the Steer Graduate Scheme, you will have the opportunity to build on the expertise you developed during your degree, or you may choose to apply your skills in new areas and broaden your experience. Whatever path you create for yourself, you will be continually encouraged to grow.
Our graduates work on global projects, develop their professional and technical skills and have the freedom to drive their own career.
At Steer, we combine creativity, rigour and insight with a determined attitude and an evidence-led approach to solving the most complex questions. We are seeking bright individuals with a good academic background, strong people and organisational skills and a desire to make a real difference.
Of course, we know it’s not all about work and what makes Steer a great place to start your career is the people. Not only do you get to work alongside recognised industry experts, you also become part of a team that enjoys sharing ideas and learning from one another.
At Steer, we have an enduring commitment to generate success for our clients, for ourselves and in the communities in which we work. A commitment that helps improve infrastructure, cities and transport and, ultimately, the way people live, work and travel. As a graduate at Steer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to this commitment from your first day, working on projects that shape the future.
Who better to give you the inside story than our graduates?
We caught up with two of our current graduates, Lenya Schmidt-Neuhaus and Matthew Capuano-Rizzo to find out their experiences since joining in September 2023.
Robyn joined Steer in 2020 after completing a degree in Geography. Although she had to join virtually due to COVID-induced restrictions this hasn't stopped Robyn already getting involved in a range of projects, our R&I Club, Women in Steer and being a sustainability champion for Steer.
In a short video, Aashni tells us what she is enjoying about the Steer Graduate Scheme two months in and the range of project work she has been involved in from her first day at Steer.
In a short video, Emily shares what she enjoyed most about her time on the Steer Graduate Scheme after finishing in 2020 and choosing to continue on her career path at Steer.
Alex has progressed through the company after joining the Graduate Scheme in 2016. Here he shares his experience of working on US rail sector projects, developing his project management skills and learning GIS techniques while at Steer.
Matt joined the Steer Graduate Scheme after completing a degree in Biological Sciences. He has particularly benefited from the training programme, learning to improve his presentation skills which have led to him speaking at two of our Movement Matters events.
Rishi has progressed through the company after joining the Graduate Scheme in 2014. Here he tells us how Steer gave him the opportunity to shape his own career from day one.
Samhita shares her experience of her first week on the Steer Graduate Scheme and reflects on how meeting colleagues from around the business has helped her to feel part of the company from day one.
Tim shares his experience of joining the Steer Graduate Scheme after previously working in a completely different role and industry. He tells us how the mix of project work and classroom training has helped him to develop.
Steven relocated from South Africa to our Leeds office to join the Steer Graduate Scheme. Here he reflects on what it was about Steer that convinced him to make the journey and how the team has made him feel welcome.
Find answers to our frequently asked questions.
If you like the sound of who we are and the work we do but still have a few questions, then you might find the answers you're looking for here.
If you're still unsure about anything, please contact us.
How you think and solve problems is just as important to us as your academic achievements but we do ask for a minimum 2:1 (or equivalent) degree certification. All subjects are considered but degrees with a quantification element or social science research are preferred.
Complete the online application. We will be in contact within two weeks of the closing date if your application has been successful.
If your application is successful, we will ask you to complete two online tests: numerical and verbal reasoning.
If you are successful in stage two, you will be invited for a first interview. During this interview, we will be looking for examples of your skills and your ability to apply them to the types of situations you will face as a consultant.
If you are successful in stage three, you will be invited to an assessment centre. The assessment centre is designed to be interactive and a fun part of the application process. You will meet graduates currently on the Graduate Scheme and find out more about life at Steer.
If you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will help to identify why, where possible. It also does not rule out applications for other roles at a future date.
Yes, of course! We welcome people from all backgrounds to apply, as long as you have a good academic record, strong people and organisational skills and the drive to make a real difference.
We do offer a small number of student placements. Usually, they are aimed at people who are doing sandwich courses with a year in industry or an internship as a final part of their degree. We recommend regularly checking our Job Opportunities page for relevant opportunities and vacancies.
One of the best things about working at Steer is our people. As well as collaborating well together on projects, we also enjoy socialising together and some life-long friendships have been formed while working here.
We encourage joining networking groups and professional organisations, which hold regular meetings and social activities and help develop skills and industry networks.
Plus, we give opportunities to support and contribute positively to communities and our local environment through volunteering, which is part of our Volunteering Policy.Find out more about this on our social impact page.
We offer an attractive benefits package for the relevant market and geography. More information about our benefits can be obtained during the interview process.
Head over to our Projects page — we have featured a variety of global projects that we have been proud to work on.
Steer has been recognised as one of the 'Top 100 Companies for Graduates to Work For' by the UK's Job Crowd every year since 2011!
We have also won many industry awards, which you can find our awards page.
Being employee-owned means that staff have a direct interest in the well-being and success of the company. The rewards of this success are shared with staff. In recognition of our employee-owned status, and to support our continued success, Steer holds dear its ‘mission and principles’, allowing staff to be truly involved in how our company runs and its future direction.
How you think and solve problems is very important to us. However, there are common skills and qualities we look for in people who work for Steer. These are the behaviours that capture who we are and what we look for in potential recruits:
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