A group of university students have begun year-long industrial placements at Northumbrian Water.
The 11 undergraduates, from universities including Durham University College, Newcastle University, and Loughborough University, will gain experience across the water company’s operations, working in areas such as engineering, data modelling, laboratory science, communications, and technical support.
Helen Smith, Northumbrian Water’s Early Years Career Specialist, said: "We’re delighted to welcome this year’s cohort to the company and look forward to supporting them on their journey.
"It’s fantastic to give them real insight into the water industry, an area many of them might not have considered before.
"In turn, we benefit from their skills as they deliver really important projects for us over the course of the year, bringing tonnes of energy and enthusiasm to our teams."
Many of the students are in the third year of their degree programmes and will remain with the company until September 2026.
Scarlett Davidson, a content creator from Northumbria University, is spending her placement with the company's communications team.
She said: "I really enjoyed my first week at Northumbrian Water because I was able to meet almost every member of my team in person and everyone has been so welcoming."
For more information on a career with Northumbrian Water, visit www.nwg.co.uk/careers.
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