Early careers.

Start your career at AKT II with exposure to landmark projects, expert mentorship and a supportive culture that empowers you to grow, learn and make an impact from day one.

What you can expect.

At AKT II, you won’t be stuck on the sidelines. From your first day you’ll contribute to exciting projects across the UK and internationally, working with leading architects and clients. You’ll gain broad exposure across sectors and building typologies, supported by our collaborative and design-led approach.

Our practice has a dynamic, energetic environment where graduates quickly become integral members of the team.

Graduate programme.

Our personalised graduate programme gives you a clear pathway to expand your knowledge and experience. It begins with Graduate Week, where you’ll discover our capabilities, meet senior staff and connect with your fellow graduates. You’ll then join your teams and follow a structured training and development programme to plan your next steps.

Internships, placements and apprenticeships.

Our internships, placements and apprenticeships give you the chance to experience real project work alongside our engineers while continuing your studies. You’ll gain practical skills, mentorship and insight into multidisciplinary collaboration, with the confidence to shape your career path and make a real impact as part of our community.

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Mentorship and support.

We know that early-career growth depends on guidance, encouragement and opportunities to learn. Every new starter is paired with a buddy who helps you settle in and navigate the first months at AKT II. Beyond that, you’ll have access to:

A structured mentorship framework, matching you with experienced engineers.
Regular technical training and CPD sessions to build specialist knowledge.
Chartership preparation, with tailored support for IStructE, ICE and other professional bodies.
AKT.Advance, our professional development programme, designed to give you the tools to shape your career path and take on new challenges.

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Meet AKT II – the brochure.

Download our brochure to find out why AKT II is the perfect place to kickstart your career.

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Application process.

Our recruitment process is designed to be clear, supportive and transparent. Here’s what to expect:

Application & review – Submit your application, which our recruitment team will review. If your profile matches the role, we’ll be in touch for an initial conversation.
Manager review – If there’s a good fit, your CV is shared with the hiring manager who decides whether to progress you to interview.
Interviews – Successful candidates are invited to interview (virtually or in person). Some roles may involve a second stage.
Feedback & next steps – After your interview, we’ll share feedback, discuss next steps and, if successful, make you an offer.

We’ll support you through every step of the process.

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