Arcadis early careers: how to get in
Last checked 2026-10-09 against Arcadis's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Arcadis. How we check
At a glance
- GROW Graduate Programmegraduate schemeCloses in 4 daysVisa sponsorship: Not published5 stages
- Level 4-6 ApprenticeshipsapprenticeshipNo published deadlineVisa sponsorship: Not published
- Work Placement (6-12 months)placementCloses in 4 daysVisa sponsorship: Not published3 stages
- Summer Internship (8-12 weeks)internshipCloses in 4 daysVisa sponsorship: Not published3 stages
GROW Graduate Programme
How Arcadis recruits
2027 intake (graduate roles close 6 November 2026; April and September start dates). 5 stages, from Arcadis's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where Arcadis names them.
Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source
Apply Online
CV
Apply online for one chosen role and upload an up-to-date CV, answering preference questions such as office location and start availability.
“You’ll apply for your chosen programme online through our website. You’ll be required to submit an up-to-date CV.”
Online Behavioural Assessment
Game-based assessment, Arctic Shores
Interactive behaviour-based assessment of tasks at several levels, measuring how you approach problems, ambiguity and uncertainty. Arcadis names Arctic Shores and links a demo.
- interactive task-based assessment
“You’ll complete a series of tasks across various levels in an interactive assessment that will capture how you respond to challenges, approach problems, deal with ambiguity, and manage uncertainty. Complete a demo of the assessment here: Arctic Shores – Demo Task”
Virtual Assessment Centre
Assessment centre
Virtual assessment centre with a networking session with current graduates and a group activity, lasting just over two hours.
- about 120 minutes
“Assessments consist of a networking opportunity and a group activity.: lasting just over 2 hours.”
Face to Face Interview
Final interview
In-person interview at an Arcadis office in two parts: competencies, behaviours and fit first, then technical knowledge.
“Held in person at an Arcadis office, t he final interview is made up of two parts;”
Offer
Offer
Successful candidates get a call to discuss the offer, then a contract through the application portal.
“If you are successful following the selection process a member of the team will be in contact to discuss our offer .”
Work Placement
How Arcadis recruits
not stated. 3 stages, from Arcadis's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-09. Test providers are named only where Arcadis names them.
Online application
Application form
Apply online with up-to-date CV.
“You'll apply for your chosen programme online through our website. You'll be required to submit an up-to-date CV”
Online behavioural assessment
Online tests, Arctic Shores
Interactive assessment measuring response to challenges, problem-solving approach, handling ambiguity and uncertainty.
“You'll complete a series of tasks across various levels in an interactive assessment that will capture how you respond to challenges”
Interview
Live video interview
Two-part interview: part one assesses competencies, behaviours and suitability; part two focuses on technical knowledge.
“The final interview is made up of two parts. Firstly, we will assess your competencies, behaviours, and suitability for the position. Part two focuses on your technical knowledge”
Summer Internship
Same 3-stage process as the work placement above. Programme details
Visa sponsorship
GROW Graduate Programme
Arcadis UK's GROW Graduate Programme page gives no salary figure and no visa sponsorship statement.
“From day one, you'll be a valued member of the team and you'll have access to structured training and mentoring.”
Level 4-6 Apprenticeships
Level 4, 5 and 6 apprenticeships offering hands-on professional experience in various disciplines.
Work Placement
6 to 12-month work placements across engineering, consulting, and project management disciplines in UK locations.
Summer Internship
8 to 12-week summer internship programmes in engineering, consulting, and specialist disciplines across UK locations.
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Common questions
- What is the Arcadis graduate scheme application process?
- Arcadis's own careers pages describe 5 stages: Apply Online, then Online Behavioural Assessment, then Virtual Assessment Centre, then Face to Face Interview, then Offer.
- Which assessment providers does Arcadis use?
- Arcadis names Arctic Shores on its own careers pages.
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