Young Person Operational, Work Experience Placement - Derby, 26th-29th October 2026

Young Person Operational, Work Experience Placement – Derby, 26th-29th October 2026

Location: Severn Trent, Derby STW Megaloughton Lane DE21 7BR

Date – Monday 26th-Thursday 29th October (4-days)

Who it's for

Young people aged 14–18 who are interested in gaining hands-on experience of the world of work and exploring future career opportunities.

This placement is ideal for those who are curious, willing to learn, and keen to build confidence in a professional environment. Whether you already have a career in mind or are still exploring your options, this is a great opportunity to try something new, develop key skills, and get a real insight into how teams work day to day.

No previous experience is needed—just a positive attitude and a willingness to get involved!

What’s This All About?

Step into the world of operations and discover how we keep essential wastewater services running for millions of customers every day. During this placement, you'll gain valuable insight into the teams, processes, and technology that help protect public health and the environment.

As this placement is designed to be flexible, your experience may vary depending on the site, operational activities, and teams available during your visit. You might have the opportunity to shadow operational colleagues, observe how wastewater is treated, learn about process monitoring and maintenance, or explore how teams work together to keep sites operating safely and efficiently.

You'll gain a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of wastewater through our treatment processes and discover how operators use data, equipment, and technical expertise to meet strict environmental standards. Along the way, you'll see how issues are identified and resolved, how performance is monitored, and how continuous improvements help optimise operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore careers in operations, engineering, and environmental services while developing your