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Work placements and job opportunities in Construction and Infrastructure

Summary: Kier offers UK wide placements and careers in construction, infrastructure and property for Care Leavers

Further Details:

Kier is a leading provider of infrastructure services and construction, as well as a property developer focused on urban regeneration. We sustainably deliver works that are vital to communities throughout the UK.  Our business has 4 divisions: Transportation, Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks, Construction and Property.

We’re excited to offer work placement opportunities and long-term, sustainable careers to young people through our commitments in the Care Leaver Covenant. Our role types are extremely diverse and many come with opportunities for ongoing development and progression, which might be exactly what you’re looking for to kick start an exciting career. Maybe you’ve never considered working in the construction and infrastructure industry, and a short-term work placement experience might be best for you to best decide what you’re passionate about! Whatever it is, we want to hear from you!

What skills do you already have for a career at Kier? 

You may already have skills that could help you succeed in the workplace without even realising it. Whether you’re a gamer, footballer, dancer, volunteer or have other interests, you’ve likely developed strengths such as teamwork, communication, problem solving and resilience along the way. Take a look at the stories below to discover how people have turned the skills developed through their passions and hobbies into careers with Kier.

From gamer to construction professional


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From football pitch to Kier


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From professional dancer to construction manager


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Next Steps

Interested? Get in touch:

  • For more information on our emerging talent opportunities go to: Kier Careers | Apprenticeships
  • You can also contact us via workexperience@kier.co.uk once you’ve submitted an application, let us know that you’ve come through the Care Leaver pathway and we’ll ensure we provide some extra support to you throughout the process.
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Any Queries?

If you have further questions or would like any more information, you can contact the Care Leaver Covenant at any time.

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