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🌟 How to Become a Civil Engineer at Sizewell C

Civil engineers are the masterminds behind the design and construction of essential infrastructure like roads, bridges, buildings, and even nuclear power stations.

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👷‍♂️ What Does a Civil Engineer Do?

We’ve created this Skills and Career Guide about the vital work civil engineers do and why we need them on the Sizewell C project. At Sizewell C, civil engineers play a crucial role in building one of the most exciting energy projects in the country.

If you love working on projects that make a real difference and dream of a career where you could travel the world, civil engineering might be the perfect fit for you! Join Young SZC to learn more about becoming a civil engineer.

🛠️ Key Skills You Need to Be a Civil Engineer

🔎 Attention to Detail

Civil engineers work on complex designs where accuracy is crucial. A tiny mistake could affect the entire project, so being detail-oriented is a must.

🗣️ Communication

You’ll work with lots of people—designers, builders, and project managers. Clear communication helps everyone stay on the same page.

🤝 Teamwork

Civil engineering is all about collaboration. You’ll need to work well with others to bring big projects to life.

💡 Initiative

Sometimes, you’ll need to think quickly and solve problems on your own. Being proactive and having a can-do attitude will set you apart.

⚡ Register for Young SZC to start developing these essential skills!

🎓 How to Become a Civil Engineer at Sizewell C

📚 University Route

Most civil engineers start with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering. These degrees teach you the technical knowledge needed to design and manage big projects. If this pathway is right for you, you might want to explore our graduate schemes.

🛠️ Apprenticeship Route

Prefer learning while working? A Level 6 Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship might be for you.

  • Entry Requirements:
    • Three A-Levels (A*–C), including Maths and a physical science like Physics, or
    • A completed Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

🎯 Register now for apprenticeship opportunities at Sizewell C!

🌍 Where You Can Study

Sizewell C partners with local colleges and universities, so you can study close to home. Some of the top options include: University of Suffolk, City College Norwich, East Coast College, Colchester Institute, University of East Anglia and West Suffolk College.

🚀 Career Prospects for Civil Engineers

Civil engineers are in high demand, offering plenty of opportunities to:

  • Progress up the ranks into leadership roles.
  • Specialise in exciting areas like environmental engineering.
  • Travel the world, working on projects that shape cities and communities.

Working at Sizewell C puts you at the heart of a major infrastructure project alongside some of the best engineers in the field.

🌟 Join the Young SZC programme, explore academic pathways and take the first step toward an exciting career in civil engineering!

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Your Future as a Civil Engineer Starts Here!

✨ Civil engineering offers a rewarding, well-paid, and global career path. With essential skills like teamwork, attention to detail and problem-solving, you’ll be equipped to make a real difference. Join now and start building the future with Sizewell C!

Stay curious, stay engaged, and let's power the future together!