Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme
Want to dive into a world where science meets engineering? Join our Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme at Babcock and you’ll get to work on critical projects to support the Royal Navy’s fleet.
This exciting two- year programme gives you practical experience working in a variety of innovative scientific departments throughout Babcock.
You’ll rotate through various Laboratory Services learning how the different teams operate, and you’ll have the chance to work on both ships and submarines.
Science and Analytical Chemistry at Babcock On our Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme, you will:- Rotate through key areas, spending time working in our main Chemistry facilities, in different laboratory services or across wider dockyard departments.
- Develop your laboratory and analytical skills.
- Enhance your understanding of radiation and health and safety practices through atmospheric testing of confined space on board vessels.
- Support the ongoing safety and efficiency of Babcock’s operations.
- Work with new technologies and alongside expert professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Throughout the programme, you’ll receive comprehensive training in both the practical and theoretical aspects of chemistry.
This includes in-house training on instruments and methods, with a strong focus on safety.The rotational structure of the programme also allows you to experience different facets of laboratory work, from confined space testing to analytical and reactor chemistry.
What you'll get- We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.
- A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with agile working options subject to discussion with your manager
- Generous pension and employee share schemes
- Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
- Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.
Your career development It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive.
You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Graduate Development Programme.
Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partner Gen Healthy Minds, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.
- A BSc (Hons) degree in a Science subject, preferably Chemistry.
- A genuine interest in science and chemistry.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Many of our early careers roles are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which roles you are eligible for.
Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK.For our early careers roles, you must be able to achieve BPSS and many of them require you to be eligible for Security Clearance.