Engineering Design Division – Work Experience Placement
Looking to explore the world of civil engineering?
This placement gives you the chance to gain practical experience across a variety of key areas that bring infrastructure projects to life.

Throughout August, Waste Officers will be available at locations throughout Carmarthenshire to answer your questions about the new Separated Recycling service, which will be introduced to around one third of homes from mid-late autumn 2026.
They can also provide information for residents who will be staying on the current Mixed Recycling (blue bags) service for now.
Carmarthen Hwb - Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-4pm
Llanelli Hwb - Every Thursday, 9am-4pm
Princess Gwenllian Centre, Kidwelly - Monday 10 August, 10am-2pm
Laugharne Memorial Hall - Wednesday 12 August, 10am-2pm
Y Gât, St Clears - Thursday 12 August, 10am-2pm
Llanybydder Rugby Club - Wednesday 19 August, 10am-2pm
Whitland Town Hall - Monday 24 August, 10am-2pm
Whether you're unsure about the new recycling arrangements or want to find out more about how the changes will work, pop in and speak to a member of the team.
You can also check online if your home is changing to the new collection service, or staying on the blue bags collection, using our postcode checker:
Future changes to recycling collections in parts of Carmarthenshire

See how projects are developed from plans to delivery, with insight into real-world engineering challenges.
Get hands-on with industry-standard tools, working on 2D and 3D modelling to visualise and test designs.
Learn about topographic surveying and take part in site supervision to understand how designs are implemented on the ground.
Explore the fundamentals of designing safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure.
Experience how clients, contractors, and designers work together to make projects a reality.
This is a brilliant opportunity to build technical skills, gain industry insight, and see first-hand how engineers shape the built environment.
